Linear

  • Title

    Linear

  • Definition

    Referring to a two dimensional shape in which the greatest width extends throughout a middle zone at least one-third the length of the blade (in this zone the margins are more-or-less parallel) and the length to width ratio is 10:1 or more.

  • Related Terms

    Oblong

    Lorate

    Narrowly oblong

    Lorate

    Widely oblong

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