ordinate

/ˈɔrdənət/

Other forms: ordinates; ordinated; ordinating

Definitions of ordinate

1. noun

   the value of a coordinate on the vertical axis
   type of:

   Cartesian coordinate

   one of the coordinates in a system of coordinates that locates a point on a plane or in space by its distance from two lines or three planes respectively; the two lines or the intersections of the three planes are the coordinate axes
2. verb

   bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation
   “ordinate similar parts”

   synonyms: align, coordinate

   types:

   misalign

   align imperfectly or badly

   type of:

   adjust, correct, set

   alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
3. verb

   appoint to a clerical post
   synonyms: consecrate, ordain, order

   type of:

   enthrone, invest, vest

   provide with power and authority