length and width; vertical and horizontal; four cardinal points
Refers to the two perpendicular axes (vertical/horizontal, lengthwise/crosswise) or, by extension, the four cardinal directions. Often used in descriptions of dimensions, grids, or spatial orientation.
Please measure the length and width of this cloth.
Vertical and horizontal lines are drawn on the Go board.
every direction; all directions
Extends the spatial sense to mean 'in all directions' or 'everywhere'. Often used with verbs of movement or spreading.
He ran around in every direction.
The rumor spread in all directions.
freely; as one wishes; at will
Figurative use: acting without constraint, doing as one pleases. Often used with verbs like 活躍する, 使う, or 動く. Can carry a nuance of mastery or unrestrained freedom.
He is active freely in that field.
She displayed her talent to the fullest.
The children ran all over the park in every direction.
He is active and successful across both politics and business.
I measured the length and width of the box before ordering it.
He used the technique freely and skillfully to create a new work.
great wisdom; brilliant intellect
resourceful and quick-witted; showing a flash of brilliance; having a keen intellect