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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rectilinear

/rɛktɪˈlɪnɪər/ adjective · British & US
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What does rectilinear mean?

adjective

Having straight lines or edges; forming a right angle. Used to describe something that is straight and unbroken.

Example

"The architect designed a rectilinear building with clean lines and minimal ornamentation."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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