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Meridian
01
one of the imaginary lines between the North Pole and the South Pole, drawn on maps to help pinpoint a location
Examples
The Prime Meridian, located at Greenwich, England, serves as the reference point for measuring longitude around the globe.
Sailors relied on meridians to navigate the seas, using celestial bodies to determine their position relative to these imaginary lines.
02
the highest point or stage of development, achievement, or power
Examples
The empire reached its meridian under his rule.
Her artistic talent was at its meridian during the late 1990s.
meridian
01
occurring at or related to noon
Examples
The meridian sun cast short shadows on the ground.
They met for a meridian meal beneath the palm trees.
02
at the peak or most developed stage
Examples
The artist produced her finest work in her meridian years.
The kingdom 's meridian age was marked by prosperity and peace.
