지구의 북극과 남극을 지나는 가상의 선 또는 천구상의 큰 원.
An imaginary circle on the earth's surface passing through the North and South poles, or a similar circle in the sky.
예문:
"The Prime Meridian in Greenwich serves as the reference point for zero degrees longitude."
"Navigators used the sun's position relative to the local meridian to determine their exact location."
전통 의학에서 기가 흐르는 통로로 여겨지는 신체의 경로.
In acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, any of the pathways in the body through which vital energy is said to flow.
예문:
"Acupuncture needles are inserted at specific points along a meridian to restore the flow of energy."
"Traditional practitioners believe that blockages in a meridian can lead to physical illness."
권력, 번영 또는 발전의 가장 높은 지점.
The highest point of power, prosperity, or development.
예문:
"The empire reached its meridian during the reign of the third emperor, expanding across three continents."
"Many artists fear that they have passed the meridian of their creativity as they grow older."
자오선과 관련된, 혹은 최고의 번영기나 성공의 시기와 관련된.
Relating to or situated at a meridian, or relating to the period of greatest power or success.
예문:
"The meridian altitude of the sun varies depending on the season and the observer's latitude."
"He enjoyed the meridian splendor of his career before retiring to a quiet life in the country."