Meaning of the word x-axis in English

What does x-axis mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

x-axis

US /ˈeksˌæk.sɪs/
UK /ˈeksˌæk.sɪs/
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Noun

the horizontal axis of a system of coordinates, usually representing the independent variable

Example:
The time is plotted along the x-axis of the graph.
In this coordinate system, the x-axis represents the distance.