Parrallel Meaning and Definition

Extending in the same direction, equidistant at all points, and never converging or diverging.

Geometry: Parallel lines are straight lines that run side by side and never meet.

Coordinate Lines: On a map, parallel refers to lines of latitude.

Similarity: Parallel can describe events or situations that are very similar to each other.

Concurrent: Parallel events happen at the same time.

Comparison: Parallel can mean a resemblance or similarity between two things.

Equivalent Path: Parallel paths or courses follow the same direction but are separate.

Electronics: In electronics, parallel circuits have components connected alongside each other.

Computing: Parallel processing involves simultaneous data processing.

Correspondence: Parallel can refer to a direct correspondence or similarity.

Alignment: Parallel suggests alignment or being consistently equidistant.

Being an equal distance apart everywhere

Of, relating to, or designating two or more straight coplanar lines that do not intersect.

Of, relating to, or designating two or more planes that do not intersect.

Of, relating to, or designating a line and a plane that do not intersect.

Of, relating to, or designating curves or surfaces everywhere equidistant.

Having comparable parts, analogous aspects, or readily recognized similarities

Having the same tendency or direction

(Grammar) Having identical or equivalent syntactic constructions in corresponding clauses or phrases.

Moving in the same direction at a fixed interval

Having the same tonic. Used of scales and keys

(Electronics) Denoting a circuit or part of a circuit connected in parallel.

Of or relating to the simultaneous transmission of all the bits of a byte over separate wires

Of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations

In a parallel relationship or manner

(Mathematics) One of a set of parallel geometric figures, such as lines or planes.

One that closely resembles or is analogous to another

A comparison indicating likeness; an analogy.

The condition of being parallel; near similarity or exact agreement in particulars; parallelism.

Any of the imaginary lines representing degrees of latitude that encircle the earth parallel to the plane of the equator.

(Printing) A sign indicating material referred to in a note or reference.

(Electronics) An arrangement of components in a circuit that splits the current into two or more paths. Used chiefly in the phrase in parallel.

To make or place parallel to something else

To be or extend parallel to

To be similar or analogous to

To be or provide an equal for; match.

To show to be analogous; compare or liken

Equally distant from one another at all points.

Having the same overall direction; the comparison is indicated with "to".

Either not intersecting, or coinciding.

(computing) Involving the processing of multiple tasks at the same time.

With a parallel relationship.

One of a set of parallel lines.

Direction conformable to that of another line.

A line of latitude.

An arrangement of electrical components such that a current flows along two or more paths; see in parallel.

Something identical or similar in essential respects.

A comparison made; elaborate tracing of similarity.

(military) One of a series of long trenches constructed before a besieged fortress, by the besieging force, as a cover for troops supporting the attacking batteries. They are roughly parallel to the line of outer defenses of the fortress.

(printing) A character consisting of two parallel vertical lines, used in the text to direct attention to a similarly marked note in the margin or at the foot of a page.

To construct or place something parallel to something else.

Of a path etc: To be parallel to something else.

Of a process etc: To be analogous to something else.

To compare or liken something to something else.

To make to conform to something else in character, motive, aim, etc.

To equal; to match; to correspond to.

To produce or adduce as a parallel.

Extended in the same direction, and in all parts equally distant; as, parallel lines; parallel planes.

Having the same direction or tendency; running side by side; being in accordance (with); tending to the same result; - used with to and with.

Continuing a resemblance through many particulars; applicable in all essential parts; like; similar; as, a parallel case; a parallel passage.

A line which, throughout its whole extent, is equidistant from another line; a parallel line, a parallel plane, etc.

Direction conformable to that of another line,

Conformity continued through many particulars or in all essential points; resemblance; similarity.

A comparison made; elaborate tracing of similarity; as, Johnson's parallel between Dryden and Pope.

Anything equal to, or resembling, another in all essential particulars; a counterpart.

One of the imaginary circles on the surface of the earth, parallel to the equator, marking the latitude; also, the corresponding line on a globe or map; as, the counry was divided into North and South at the 38th parallel.

One of a series of long trenches constructed before a besieged fortress, by the besieging force, as a cover for troops supporting the attacking batteries. They are roughly parallel to the line of outer defenses of the fortress.

A character consisting of two parallel vertical lines (thus, ) used in the text to direct attention to a similarly marked note in the margin or at the foot of a page.

That arrangement of an electrical system in which all positive poles, electrodes, terminals, etc., are joined to one conductor, and all negative poles, etc., to another conductor; - called also multiple. Opposed to series.

To place or set so as to be parallel; to place so as to be parallel to, or to conform in direction with, something else.

Fig.: To make to conform to something else in character, motive, aim, or the like.

To equal; to match; to correspond to.

To produce or adduce as a parallel.

To be parallel; to correspond; to be like.

Something having the property of being analogous to something else

An imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator

Be parallel to;

Make or place parallel to something;

Duplicate or match;

Being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting;

Of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations;

A situation or person that closely resembles or reflects another.

Existing in or experiencing very different situations or realities.

An expression indicating that two very unlikely events or situations have occurred.

Having similar characteristics or qualities inherently.

To establish similarities or comparisons between two different things.

To pursue a course of action or a journey that is similar to someone else's.

To progress in a similar direction or manner as someone else.

To have a similar influence or effect as someone or something else.

To initiate two or more processes or activities simultaneously with a similar aim.

Being in a situation that runs concurrently with another, often complicating matters.

Sharing a similar way of thinking or perspective.

A situation or circumstance that is vastly different from what is typical or expected.

A path or experience that runs alongside or similarly to another’s.

To closely resemble or mimic a situation or event from the past.

To express oneself in a way that aligns or corresponds with someone else’s expressions.

Having the same core intentions or beliefs despite different appearances.

Sharing a similar destiny or outcome.

To connect or bring together two very different situations or groups.

Facing similar decisive moments or choices.

To create or tell a story that runs simultaneously and similarly to another.

Their stories have several parallel aspects.

The athletes ran in parallel lanes.

The twin brothers lived parallel lives.

The river flows parallel to the border.

The parallel development of technology in different countries is interesting.

The parallel universe concept is fascinating in science fiction.

Parallel lines have equal distance between them.

The two roads run parallel to each other.

In art class, we drew parallel lines.

Parallel evolution occurs in different species with similar environments.

Parallel parking can be tricky for new drivers.

The wires were laid in parallel along the wall.

They worked in parallel to finish the project faster.

She explained the parallel themes in the two poems.

In math, we studied how to graph parallel lines.