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linear

[ˈlɪniər]

linear Definition

  • 1arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line
  • 2progressing from one stage to another in a single series of steps; sequential
  • 3of or relating to lines

Using linear: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "linear" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The graph shows a linear relationship between the two variables.

  • Example

    The story has a linear plot with a clear beginning, middle, and end.

  • Example

    The artist's work features bold, linear designs.

linear Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with linear

  • an equation between two variables that gives a straight line when plotted on a graph

    Example

    The formula y = mx + b is an example of a linear equation.

  • a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and space on a flat surface by using converging lines

    Example

    The painting uses linear perspective to create a sense of distance and depth.

  • a device used in radiation therapy to accelerate charged particles to high energies for the treatment of cancer

    Example

    The patient received treatment using a linear accelerator.

Origins of linear

from Latin 'linearis', from 'linea', meaning 'line'

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Summary: linear in Brief

The term 'linear' [ˈlɪniər] refers to things arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line. It can also describe progressions from one stage to another in a single series of steps, as well as things related to lines. Examples include 'The graph shows a linear relationship between the two variables,' and 'The artist's work features bold, linear designs.' 'Linear' extends into phrases like 'linear equation,' denoting an equation between two variables that gives a straight line when plotted on a graph.

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