Spanwise

Pronunciation: /ˈspænˈwaɪz/

Spanwise (adjective)

  1. In the direction from one wing tip to the other, along the length of the wing span.
  2. Relating to measurements or forces spread across the wing from tip to tip rather than from front to back.

Examples

  • The sensors measure spanwise changes along the wing.
  • Engineers place the markings spanwise to track airflow.