Linea (en. Line)

/ˈlinea/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A straight or curved path that extends in a specific direction.
Draw a straight line between the two points.
Dibuja una línea recta entre los dos puntos.
Stripe or thin extension in a plane or space.
Place the ruler over the line you drew.
Coloca la regla sobre la línea que dibujaste.
Contour or edge of an object.
The line of the dress is very elegant.
La línea del vestido es muy elegante.

Etymology

From Latin 'linea', meaning 'thread' or 'cord'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to go in a straight line
To move without deviations.
ir en línea recta
to draw a line
To establish a limit or a reference point.
sacar línea
online
Connected through the Internet.
en línea

Related Words

baseline
Initial reference for measurement that remains constant.
línea de base
assembly line
Production chain where products are assembled.
línea de ensamblaje
telephone line
Connection used for communicating by phone.
línea telefónica

Slang Meanings

Any limit or boundary in terms of behavior.
Don’t cross the line with your comments.
No cruce la línea con tus comentarios.
To refer to the life line in difficult situations.
That call was my lifeline.
Esa llamada fue mi línea de salvación.