direct lineglossary / direct line A line of descent traced through only those persons who are related to each other directly as ascendants or descendants. [Cases: Descent and Distribution 25. C.J.S. Descent and Distribution § 32.] 词条贡献者 法律翻译Bernardine,毕业于新加坡知名法学院,专注翻译各类与文娱与体育有关的法律文件。