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linear

adjective [before noun] (LENGTH)
 
 
/ˈlɪn.i.ər/ US  //

Definition

relating to length, rather than area or volume: linear measurementMeasurements of length and distanceMeasurements in general
(Definition of linear adjective (LENGTH) from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
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