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linear

adjective

Of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
L
Ends with
R
Contains
IN
Scrabble score
6
CEFR level
C1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈlɪn.i.ɚ

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Meaning

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adjective

  1. Of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input

    “Analogue device”

adjective

  1. Of or in or along or relating to a line; involving or having a single dimension

    “A linear measurement”

adjective

  1. Designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree

adjective

  1. Measured lengthwise

    “Cost of lumber per running foot”

adjective

  1. (of a leaf shape) long and narrow

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Example Sentences

Analogue device
Linear amplifier
A linear measurement
Cost of lumber per running foot

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