flatwise

American  

[flat-wahyz] / ˈflætˌwaɪz /

Also flatways

adverb

1. with the flat side, rather than the edge, foremost or in contact.

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Etymology

Origin of flatwise

First recorded in 1595–1605; flat ¹ + -wise

Example Sentences

Nine chances out of ten, if Donnegan had fallen flatwise upon this alert enemy, he would have received those knees in the pit of his own stomach and instantly been paralyzed.

From Gunman's Reckoning by Brand, Max

Inside of this sheathing 2x4 inch studs placed flatwise, sheathed on the inside with No. 3 flooring, and the six-inch space back of the studs filled with sawdust.

From Trees, Fruits and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916 Embracing the Transactions of the Minnesota State Horticultural Society,Volume 44, from December 1, 1915, to December 1, 1916, Including the Twelve Numbers of "The Minnesota Horticulturist" for 1916 by Latham, A. W.

A grain of Indian Corn, flatwise, cut away a little, so as to show the embryo, lying on the albumen which makes the principal bulk of the seed.

From The Elements of Botany For Beginners and For Schools by Gray, Asa

Presently I was startled by a loud rap, as of a small paddle struck flatwise on the water, then another, and another, in quick succession.

From Gaut Gurley by Thompson, D. P.

Instead of living edgewise, so to speak, we should be spread out flatwise.

From The House that Jill Built after Jack's had proved a failure by Gardner, E. C. (Eugene Clarence)