Meridian

Definition

An imaginary line running from the North Pole to the South Pole on a map or globe; also, in traditional Chinese medicine, a pathway through which vital life force (qi) is believed to flow through the body.

Example Usage

The Prime Meridian at 0 degrees longitude runs through Greenwich, England.

Origin

From Latin meridianus, meaning 'of midday,' originally referring to the sun's position at noon.

Fun Fact

In acupuncture, practitioners target specific points along meridians to treat various conditions, a practice spanning over 2,500 years.

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