adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Having or being composed of many lines.
2. 2
   Describing any of several stylistic or expressive devices, especially in contemporary western calligraphy, employing repetition of words or phrases.

   "The painting uses polylineal writing to create a brown texture over the lower third of the canvas."

Example

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"The painting uses polylineal writing to create a brown texture over the lower third of the canvas."

Etymology

From poly- + lineal.

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