Definition of "laterals" []

• Plural form of lateral. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of lateral. (verb)

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• "A recent test in Wauwatosa found four times more storm water flowing into the laterals than into the sewer mains, indicating the laterals could be a major factor in the backups that sent raw sewage into residents'"
• "Line by line Foyle traced "laterals," "lakes," and "accidentals," calling to his aid a magnifying glass from his waistcoat pocket."
• "From this main trunk should be branch lines of "laterals," laid from eight to twelve feet apart, as they would be laid for draining a field."