Transverse (adjective)

1. Lying or extending across something, especially at right angles to the long axis.
2. Relating to or denoting a mode of vibration or sound wave that is perpendicular to the direction of travel.
3. Anatomy relating to or running across a structure, rather than lengthways.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin transversus 'lying across', from trans- 'across' + versus 'turned' (past participle of vertere).

Examples:

1. The transverse beam supports the weight of the structure.
2. The transverse wave moves perpendicular to the direction of the wave.
3. The transverse muscles in the abdomen help maintain the stability of the spine.
4. A transverse crack appeared across the windshield.
5. The transverse sections of the brain are used to study its structure.