rectilinear (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌrɛktəˈlɪniər/
Definition
Having, consisting of, or characterized by straight lines, especially lines that are parallel or form right angles.
Examples
The artist preferred rectilinear forms in his sculptures.
The city's grid system was a perfect example of rectilinear planning.
He drew a rectilinear pattern on the graph paper.
How to Use rectilinear
- rectilinear motion (collocation)
- Movement along a straight line. — "The ball's rectilinear motion was predictable until it hit the wall."
- rectilinear design (collocation)
- A style of design characterized by straight lines and right angles. — "Her apartment featured a minimalist, rectilinear design."
- rectilinear coordinates (collocation)
- A coordinate system where axes are perpendicular, like the Cartesian system. — "The graph was plotted using rectilinear coordinates."
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