vertical angles

plural noun

1. geometry the pair of equal angles between a pair of intersecting lines; opposite angles Also calledvertically opposite angles

vertical angles

/ vûr′tĭ-kəl /

1. Two angles formed by two intersecting lines and lying on opposite sides of the point of intersection.

Example Sentences

In his 'Vertical Horizon' project, the 26-year-old Frenchman captures the city's vertical angles.

From Wall Street Journal

The pupil who cannot see the equality of vertical angles intuitively better than by the use of the protractor is abnormal.

From Project Gutenberg

The uncertainties of terrestrial refraction render it impossible to determine accurately by vertical angles the heights of distant points.

From Project Gutenberg

During the tests researchers will use theodolites, surveying instruments that measure horizontal and vertical angles.

From Forbes

When much accuracy is not required vertical angles can be measured by means of a quadrant of simple construction.

From Project Gutenberg