Definition of "lineal" in English

adjective

1. Pertaining to lines; consisting of lines.

2. (law, history and anthropology) Relating to aspects of lineage, such as descent, succession, inheritance or consanguinity.

3. (uncommon) In the direction of a line; measured or ascertained by a line.

   • lineal magnitude

4. (art) Line-drawn; composed of lines.

   • lineal designs

5. (typography, of a typeface) Sans serif.