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The correct spelling is line.
How to pronounce line
/laɪn/
nounIPA: /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.A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.
- 2.A rope, cord, string, or thread, of any thickness.
- 3.A hose or pipe, of any size.
- 4.Direction, path.
- 5.The wire connecting one telegraphic station with another, a telephone or internet cable between two points: a telephone or network connection.
verb
- 1.To place (objects) into a line (usually used with "up"); to form into a line; to align.
- 2.To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.
- 3.To form a line along.
- 4.To mark with a line or lines, to cover with lines.
- 5.To represent by lines; to delineate; to portray.
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