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Wordabulary

vertical

Pronunciation
Adjective A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Standing or pointing straight up, at a right angle to the ground.

"The climbers scaled a vertical rock face."

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Which word fits the gap? "The climbers scaled a _____ rock face."

Answer: vertical

In your own words, what does "vertical" mean?

Standing or pointing straight up, at a right angle to the ground.

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