Definition of Tangential

1. Adjective. Of superficial relevance if any. "A tangential remark"

Exact synonyms: Digressive
Similar to: Irrelevant

2. Adjective. Of or relating to or acting along or in the direction of a tangent. "Tangential forces"
Derivative terms: Tangent, Tangent
Partainyms: Tangent

Definition of Tangential

1. a. Of or pertaining to a tangent; in the direction of a tangent.

Definition of Tangential

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Tangential

1. Of or pertaining to a tangent; in the direction of a tangent. Tangential force See Shear. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Tangential

tangas
Tange
tanged
tangelo
tangelos
tangelo tree
tangence
tangences
tangencies
tangency
tangent
tangent
tangental
tangental
tangential (current term)
tangential (current term)
tangentiality
tangentially
tangential wound
tangents
tangent plane
tangent screen
tangerine
tangerine
tangerines
tangerine tree
tangfish
tanghin
tanghinia
tanghins

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