collinear

/kəˈlaɪnər/

Definitions

1. adjective

Extending or lying along the same straight line; having the same direction or line of action.

“The three points are collinear, forming a straight line on the graph.”

2. noun

Three or more points, lines, or planes that lie in the same straight line.

“The collinear points are used to calculate the slope of the line.”

Synonyms

  • coaxial
  • concurrent
  • consecutive

Antonyms

  • oblique
  • perpendicular