Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: tangential
IPA transcription: [tændʒ'ɛnʃəl]
adverb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: digressive, tangential
    Meaning: of superficial relevance if any; "a digressive allusion to the day of the week"; "a tangential remark"
Usage examples
  • The effect of this tangential force acting on the tide-compelling body is gradually to increase its distance from the other body.