Lineal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɪni.əl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Lineal is an adjective meaning Pertaining to lines; consisting of lines.
Meaning
Pertaining to lines; consisting of lines.
More Meanings
- (law, history and anthropology) Relating to aspects of lineage, such as descent, succession, inheritance or consanguinity.
- (uncommon) In the direction of a line; measured or ascertained by a line.
- (art) Line-drawn; composed of lines.
- (typography, of a typeface) Sans serif.
Example Sentences
lineal designs
lineal magnitude
the prime and ancient right of lineal succession
Oh that your Brows my Laurel had ſuſtain'd, / Well had I been depos'd, if You had Reign'd! / The Father had deſcended for the Son; / For only you are lineal to the Throne.
Synonyms for lineal
Depending on context, synonyms include linear, direct, unilateral, patrilineal, unilateralist, patrilinear.
Antonyms for lineal
Common opposites include collateral, oblique.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patrilineal, patrilinear, matrilineal, matrilinear, unilateralist, direct.
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