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Meaning of lineal in English
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪniəl/
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Classifying Adjective
lineal
Definitions
1.
arranged in a line
Synonyms
linear
one-dimensional
Qualitative Adjective
lineal
Etymology
late Middle English: via Old French from late Latin linealis, from linea‘a line’ (see line)
Definitions
1.
in a straight unbroken line of descent from parent to child
Examples
« lineal ancestors »
« lineal heirs »
« a direct descendant of the king »
« direct heredity »
Synonyms
matrilineal
matrilinear
patrilineal
patrilinear
unilateral
unilateralist
Antonyms
collateral
indirect
See also
related