rectilinear
adjective
rec·ti·lin·e·ar
ˌrek-tə-ˈli-nē-ər 
1
: moving in or forming a straight line
rectilinear motion
2
: characterized by straight lines
the rectilinear skyline of a modern city
rectilinearly
adverb
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the rectilinear skyline of a modern city
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Their curves contrast with the angularity of most spaces and depart from the conventional rectilinear profile of sofas.
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Dina Cheney, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
The first of those buildings took relatively pure rectilinear forms.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 6 June 2025
Plant a Lush Landscape To soften the edges of the rectilinear pond, the homeowners planted a mass of hostas along the top of the retaining wall.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2025
Encased in a modern rectilinear form, this lantern head feels like an innovative spin on a timeless fixture.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2025
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Dina Cheney, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
The first of those buildings took relatively pure rectilinear forms.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 6 June 2025
Plant a Lush Landscape To soften the edges of the rectilinear pond, the homeowners planted a mass of hostas along the top of the retaining wall.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2025
Encased in a modern rectilinear form, this lantern head feels like an innovative spin on a timeless fixture.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rectilinear
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“Rectilinear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rectilinear. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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