Parallelly Meaning and Definition
Parallelly
Pronunciation
/ˈpærələli/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A term used to describe two or more lines, paths, or surfaces that are equidistant and never intersecting, used in mathematics, engineering, and other fields.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin words “parellus,” meaning “parallel,” and the suffix “-ly,” forming an adverb.
Usage Notes
Use “Parallelly” to describe the relationship between two or more lines or surfaces that are equidistant and never intersecting. Avoid using “Parallelly” in everyday conversation, as it is more commonly used in technical and scientific contexts.
Cultural References
In the 2014 documentary “The Imitation Game,” the character Alan Turing is shown using the concept of parallelly to explain the Enigma machine.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- Parrallelly track – two or more paths or lines that are equidistant and never intersecting.
Related Words or Phrases
- Parallel
- Merge
- Diverge
Collocations
- Parallelly aligned
- Parallelly positioned
- Parallelly running
Frequency of Use
According to the Oxford English Corpus, “Parallelly” is used less frequently than other terms, such as “parallel” or “perpendicular,” but is still a widely recognized and used term in technical and scientific contexts.
Common Misspellings
- Paralellly
- Paralelly
- Parallelley