parallel

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Parallel' refers to two things that are similar and happening at the same time or situations that are comparable. In terms of lines, these are lines which never meet or intersect because they are always the same distance apart.

Examples in Different Contexts

In computing, 'parallel' processing allows multiple tasks to run simultaneously. A software engineer might advise, 'Utilizing parallel processing can enhance our application's performance.'

Practice Scenarios

Aerospace

Scenario:

The traffic situation at our hub airport needs serious improvements. We need to revise the use of runways to maximize efficiency.

Response:

Agreed. Perhaps the implementation of parallel runways could solve this issue and help manage air traffic more efficiently.

Business

Scenario:

After our market research, our findings show some interesting trends in consumer behavior and price points within the local and global context.

Response:

It's interesting. The price points seem to run parallel. We could use this data for competitive pricing.