Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lineal
adjective
/ˈlɪn.i.əl/
Definition
Relating to, or arranged in a straight line.
Examples
- The lineal distance between the two cities was 50 miles.
- She could trace her lineal ancestry back to the 16th century.
Meaning
The term ‘lineal’ describes something that follows a straight line or pertains to a direct line of descent or connection.
Synonyms
- Linear
- Direct
- Straight
