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Definition of Lineal
1. Adjective. In a straight unbroken line of descent from parent to child. "Direct heredity"
Exact synonyms: Direct
Similar to: Matrilineal, Matrilinear, Patrilineal, Patrilinear, Unilateral
Also: Related
Antonyms: Collateral
Derivative terms: Line
Similar to: Matrilineal, Matrilinear, Patrilineal, Patrilinear, Unilateral
Also: Related
Antonyms: Collateral
Derivative terms: Line
2. Adjective. Arranged in a line.
Definition of Lineal
1. a. Descending in a direct line from an ancestor; hereditary; derived from ancestors; -- opposed to collateral; as, a lineal descent or a lineal descendant.
Definition of Lineal
1. being directly descended from an ancestor [adj] : LINEALLY [adv]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Lineal
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