Meaning of the word lineal in English
What does lineal mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lineal
US /ˈlɪn.i.əl/
UK /ˈlɪn.i.əl/
Adjective
1.
of or relating to a line; arranged in a line
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The artist used a lineal perspective to create depth in the painting.
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The ancient script was written in a strict lineal fashion.
2.
descending in a direct line from an ancestor; hereditary
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The throne passed to his lineal descendant.
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He is a lineal heir to the family fortune.