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Plural for scope or margin, especially for freedom of action or thought
“This implies that the job has been designed to require a wide range of qualifications and to offer considerable leeway or latitude in deciding what to do and how to do it.”
Plural for freedom of action or thought
“Bill subjects physicians to criminal proceedings but gives hospital associations complete latitude to interfere with the practice of physicians.”
Plural for the authorization or consent to act or move
“The President is given ample latitude and authority under the Constitution on matters dealing with domestic affairs.”
Plural for an imaginary line (or circumference) around a planet running parallel to the planet's equator
“We forget that Bethlehem is located in a desert, at a latitude of 31.68 degrees north, and an elevation of 2,250 feet.”
Plural for a location as measured by the angular distance north or south of the earth's equator
“Maupertuis, however, did make observations to determine the latitude of Tornea.”
Plural for the scope or extent of something, typically of one's interest or control
Plural for the quality of being broad-minded
Plural for exemption or immunity from punishment
Plural for a chance or possibility for progress or profit
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