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    Ligne (en. Line)

    [lin]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A narrow mark or stripe extending in one direction.
    He drew a straight line on the paper.
    Il a tracé une ligne droite sur le papier.
    An arrangement or continuous series of elements.
    The students lined up to enter the auditorium.
    Les étudiants se sont mis en ligne pour entrer dans l'auditorium.
    A boundary or separation between two things.
    The boundary line must be respected.
    Il faut respecter la ligne de démarcation.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'linea', which means 'thread, line'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    line of sight
    The imaginary line towards which a weapon is aimed.
    ligne de mire
    to the line
    Expression indicating a new line in writing.
    à la ligne
    to draw the line
    To establish a boundary or stopping point.
    tirer la ligne

    Related Words

    straight line
    A line without curvature.
    ligne droite
    curved line
    A line that changes direction.
    ligne courbe
    bus line
    A public transport route.
    ligne de bus

    Slang Meanings

    Online
    He is always online on social media.
    Il est toujours en ligne sur les réseaux sociaux.
    Heart line
    There is a heart line in the hand that indicates emotions.
    Il existe une ligne de cœur dans la main qui indique les émotions.