What is the meaning of endwise?

adverb

  • On end or upright.
    • usage: "sticks leaning against the wall endways"
  • In or toward the direction of the ends; lengthwise.
    • usage: "endways pressure"
  • With the end forward or toward the observer.
    • usage: "houses built endways"
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