Definitions

1. adjective

perpendicular or at right angles to each other; having a right angle.

“The orthogonal axes allowed for precise calculations in the scientific model.”

2. noun

a line, plane, or space that is at right angles to another line, plane, or space.

“The orthogonal to the x-axis was used for data analysis in the study.”

3. adverb

in a direction at right angles to something else.

“The orthogonal approach to the problem led to a breakthrough in the field.”