Loxodrome and Rhumb

Loxodrome noun - A line on a sphere that cuts all meridians at the same angle; the path taken by a ship or plane that maintains a constant compass direction.

Rhumb is a synonym for loxodrome. In some cases you can use "Rhumb" instead a noun "Loxodrome".

Rhumb noun - A line on a sphere that cuts all meridians at the same angle; the path taken by a ship or plane that maintains a constant compass direction.

Loxodrome is a synonym for rhumb. You can use "Loxodrome" instead a noun "Rhumb".