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line

The correct spelling is line.

How to pronounce line

/laɪn/
noun

IPA: /laɪn/

Say it like: Lin-e

The correct spelling is line. A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight. For example: "The arrow descended in a curved line."

Usage Examples

The arrow descended in a curved line.

a brake line

the line of sight

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.
  2. 2.A rope, cord, string, or thread, of any thickness.
  3. 3.A hose or pipe, of any size.
  4. 4.Direction, path.
  5. 5.The wire connecting one telegraphic station with another, a telephone or internet cable between two points: a telephone or network connection.

verb

  1. 1.To place (objects) into a line (usually used with "up"); to form into a line; to align.
  2. 2.To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.
  3. 3.To form a line along.
  4. 4.To mark with a line or lines, to cover with lines.
  5. 5.To represent by lines; to delineate; to portray.

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