English edit

Etymology edit

width +‎ -wise

Adjective edit

widthwise (comparative more widthwise, superlative most widthwise)

  1. directed across the width of an object or place.
    Make a widthwise cut.

Adverb edit

widthwise (comparative more widthwise, superlative most widthwise)

  1. Across the width of an object or place.
    The tubes should be placed widthwise inside the box.

See also edit