Line
/laɪn/
Line is a noun and verb with 4 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
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A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.
“The arrow descended in a curved line.”
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The wire connecting one telegraphic station with another, a telephone or internet cable between two points: a telephone or network connection.
“I tried to make a call, but the line was dead.”
verb
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To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.
“to line works with soldiers”
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To hit a line drive; to hit a line drive which is caught for an out. Compare fly and ground.
“Jones lined to left in his last at-bat.”
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