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Meaning of 'linear' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Linear [ a.]
- Of or pertaining to a line; consisting of lines; in a straight direction; lineal.
- Like a line; narrow; of the same breadth throughout, except at the extremities; as, a linear leaf.

Meaning of 'linear' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . linear [ a]
Meaning (1):
- of or in or along or relating to a line; involving or having a single dimension
Example in sentence:
  • a linear measurement
Meaning (2):
- of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input
Example in sentence:
  • analogue device;
  • linear amplifier
3 . linear [ s]
Meaning (3):
- measured lengthwise
Example in sentence:
  • cost of lumber per running foot

Nearby Words:

lin linage linament linarite linch linchi linchpin lincoln green lincture linctus

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