ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷ adjective
1. : being a mechanical linkage or equivalent device designed to produce or copy motion in a straight or approximately straight line
2.
a. : having the principal parts arranged in a straight line
a straight-line compressor having the steam and air cylinders in a straight line
b. : relating to or constituting a production system with parts or facilities arranged for performance of consecutive operations without backtracking or deviating from a straightforward course
plant layout on a straight-line basis
savings effected by straight-line organization
3. : spread uniformly or spreading accumulation or payments uniformly and especially in equal segments over a course covering a given term
straight-line amortization of the discount on bonds
comparison of results from a straight-line and a sinking-fund method