linearmethod
nounUK /ˈlɪniə ˈmɛθəd/
US /ˈlɪniər ˈmɛθəd/
A way of doing something step by step, like following a straight path.
The teacher used a linear method to show us how to solve the puzzle one step at a time.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A math way of solving problems by going in a straight order.
We used a linear method to add the numbers in a row.
3. A way of teaching that goes from easy to hard in a straight line.
The linear method helped the kids learn each letter before the next.
4. A plan that follows one clear path without jumping around.
Our linear method for the project kept us from getting confused.