linear/lineal

[thunder06]

ok so whats the difference between the two, if any. and if there isnt, then why do people say them?

[Zakman]

I've heard some people try to make distinctions, but it's like splitting hairs, so insignificant I can't even remember what the difference was supposed to be.

As far as I'm concerned they're just slightly different words that describe the same thing.

[thunder06]

I've heard some people try to make distinctions, but it's like splitting hairs, so insignificant I can't even remember what the difference was supposed to be.

As far as I'm concerned they're just slightly different words that describe the same thing.

oh ok.

[barneyrub]

lineal is the proper english term, linear actually doesnt make sense in the context meant.

[Fab2333]

i never knew what was the difference betweenthe 2 either 2 b honest. I hope some1 here could xplain it

[eze]

Theres only two terms to know.


Undisputed and Lineal.

[Asterion]

They are just synonyms I think.

[Stinky gloves]

lineal - descended in a direct line, derived from ancestors, belonging to one lineage

linear - mostly technical meanings: depending on sequential development, characterized by an emphasis on line

So lineal in the boxing contest is more apropriate.

[achillesthegreat]

In boxing it means the same thing so don't worry about it.

[Mook]

Just one of those silly mistakes that grow into fact over time, it is definitely lineal.

Another example is when footballers refer to their "favourite right/left foot" rather than "favoured left/right foot".