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Rectis

Definition:

(noun) A Latin word meaning "straight" or "direct."

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

(adjective) Describing something that is aligned perfectly in a straight line.

Example sentence: The carpenter ensured that the edges of the wooden plank were rectis before joining them together.

Sense 2:

(verb) To straighten or correct something.

Example sentence: She rectis her posture during the yoga class, standing tall and aligned.

Sense 3:

(adverb) Used to emphasize the directness or undeviating nature of an action or course.

Example sentence: He approached the situation rectis, without any hesitations or detours.

Sense 4:

(noun) A local term referring to a street in a certain neighborhood.

Example sentence: Locals often use "Rectis Street" as a shortcut to avoid heavy traffic in the city center.