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DictionarylinearLine-like shape
adjective

linear

LIN-ee-er/ˈlɪniər/

Extending along a single line or direction.

The six wooden cubes form a linear arrangement in one straight row.

Six identical wooden cubes arranged at equal intervals in one perfectly straight row, making the spatial sense of linear immediately visible.
Etymology
lineLatinstring; line
+arLatinpertaining to

Linea and the adjectival ending give “belonging to a line.” This makes a line the model for both a physical arrangement and progression along a direct sequence.

In context

Mr. Hamilton0:00
a linear narrative is a story structure in which events are presented in a chronological or straightforward manner the linear part basically just means a straight line
What is a linear narrative?

More examples

  • The plant has narrow, linear leaves.
  • The story follows a linear sequence from childhood to adulthood.
  • The store sells rope by the linear foot.

Forms

linear

linearly adverb — In a straight or sequential manner.

Similar words

straight
Emphasizes the absence of bends rather than a line-like shape.
elongated
Emphasizes length relative to width, without requiring straightness.