Meaning & Definition of word "Line"
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Line
/laɪn/
noun:
- 1. A long, narrow mark or band.
- Example: She drew a line on the paper to separate the sections.
- 2. A row of written or printed characters.
- Example: Please read the first line of the text aloud.
- 3. A boundary or limit.
- Example: They crossed the line by making inappropriate comments.
- 4. A sequence of people or things.
- Example: There was a long line of cars waiting at the red light.
verb:
- 1. To mark or draw a line (on something).
- Example: He lined the page with a ruler before writing.
- 2. To arrange in a line.
- Example: She lined the books up on the shelf.
- 3. To cover the inside of something.
- Example: They lined the cake tin with parchment paper.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'ligne', from Latin 'linea', meaning a linen thread.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in line with:
in agreement with or according to.
toed the line:
to conform or comply with the rules.
draw a line:
to set a limit.
line in the sand:
a point beyond which one will not go.
the bottom line:
the most important or fundamental aspect.
Related Words
outline:
a general description or summary of something.
baseline:
a starting point used for comparisons.
headline:
the title of a newspaper article.
pipeline:
a system or series of pipes for conveying fluids.
feline:
relating to cats.
Slang Meanings of line
Meaning: To be in line for something.
Example Sentence: I’m in line for a promotion at work.
Meaning: Drop a line.
Example Sentence: Feel free to drop me a line if you need anything.
Meaning: Get in line.
Example Sentence: You’ll have to get in line to buy tickets.