noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
linear; line-shaped
Describes something that has the form of a line or is arranged in a line. Used as a no-adjective modifying nouns.
A linear pattern is drawn on the wall.
A linear rain band formed, bringing heavy rain.
linear network
linear rainband; line-shaped precipitation zone
linear network
Compound of 線 (line) and 状 (shape, form). The reading is the standard on'yomi combination.