parallel (Meaning)
parallel (n)
something having the property of being analogous to something else
an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator
(mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes)
parallel (v)
be parallel to
make or place parallel to something
duplicate or match
parallel (a)
being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting
parallel (s)
of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations
parallel (a.)
Extended in the same direction, and in all parts equally distant; as, parallel lines; parallel planes.
Having the same direction or tendency; running side by side; being in accordance (with); tending to the same result; -- used with to and with.
Continuing a resemblance through many particulars; applicable in all essential parts; like; similar; as, a parallel case; a parallel passage.
parallel (n.)
A line which, throughout its whole extent, is equidistant from another line; a parallel line, a parallel plane, etc.
Direction conformable to that of another line,
Conformity continued through many particulars or in all essential points; resemblance; similarity.
A comparison made; elaborate tracing of similarity; as, Johnson's parallel between Dryden and Pope.
Anything equal to, or resembling, another in all essential particulars; a counterpart.
One of the imaginary circles on the surface of the earth, parallel to the equator, marking the latitude; also, the corresponding line on a globe or map.
One of a series of long trenches constructed before a besieged fortress, by the besieging force, as a cover for troops supporting the attacking batteries. They are roughly parallel to the line of outer defenses of the fortress.
A character consisting of two parallel vertical lines (thus, ) used in the text to direct attention to a similarly marked note in the margin or at the foot of a page.
That arrangement of an electrical system in which all positive poles, electrodes, terminals, etc., are joined to one conductor, and all negative poles, etc., to another conductor; -- called also multiple. Opposed to series.
parallel (v. t.)
To place or set so as to be parallel; to place so as to be parallel to, or to conform in direction with, something else.
Fig.: To make to conform to something else in character, motive, aim, or the like.
To equal; to match; to correspond to.
To produce or adduce as a parallel.
parallel (v. i.)
To be parallel; to correspond; to be like.
Synonyms & Antonyms of parallel
Synonyms:
- on the order of
- indistinguishable
- same
- coincident
- substitutable
- unchanging
- conforming
- consistent
- relatable
- consonant
- redundant
- ditto
- interchangeable
- unvarying
- duplicate
- conformable
- homogenous
- congeneric
- kin
- suchlike
- congenerous
- connatural
- virtual
- equal
- entire
- close
- fungible
- uniform
- approaching
- homogeneous
- kindred
- proportionate
- allied
- commensurate
- approximating
- coextensive
- congenial
- tantamount
Antonyms:
parallel Sentence Examples
- The two lines ran parallel to each other, never intersecting.
- The railroad tracks stretched out in parallel lines across the vast landscape.
- The electrical wires were arranged in parallel to maximize efficiency.
- The current flowed through the parallel resistors, dividing its strength evenly.
- The students sat in parallel rows, facing the teacher at the front.
- The two speeches were delivered in parallel to enhance their persuasive impact.
- The two vehicles traveled in parallel, maintaining the same speed and distance.
- The mountains rose in parallel ridges, forming a breathtaking natural boundary.
- The two opinions were presented as parallel arguments, each with its own strengths and weaknesses.
- The two legal teams worked in parallel, conducting their own independent investigations.
FAQs About the word parallel
something having the property of being analogous to something else, an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator, (mathematics) one of a set of pa
such, like,similar, analogous, comparable, alike, related, identical, equivalent, resemblant
diverse, dissimilar, distinct, dissimilar, unlike, distinct, various, different, diverse, various
The two lines ran parallel to each other, never intersecting.
The railroad tracks stretched out in parallel lines across the vast landscape.
The electrical wires were arranged in parallel to maximize efficiency.
The current flowed through the parallel resistors, dividing its strength evenly.
