line (EN)

noun, verb

noun “line”

1. a mark connecting two points, which can be straight or curved
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   The child drew a curvy line connecting the dots on his worksheet.
2. a figure extending without end in one dimension, having length but no width or thickness
   In geometry class, we learned that a line continues endlessly in both directions without curving.
3. a part of such a figure that is continuous and has two endpoints
   Draw a straight line between point A and point B on your paper.
4. a representation of a circle of latitude or longitude on a map
   The equator is an important line of latitude that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
5. a horizontal stroke in music notation that indicate the pitch of notes
   She carefully placed the treble clef at the beginning of the staff, ensuring each note was correctly positioned on the lines and spaces.
6. the boundary of the goal area in soccer
   The striker's powerful shot was heading into the net, but the defender managed to kick the ball away from the line just in time.
7. a rope, string or thread
   She used a thin line of cotton to string the beads together for her necklace.
8. a tube or hose used for transferring fluids
   The plumber replaced the old water line to fix the leak.
9. the direction in which someone is oriented
   The bird flew directly in my line of sight, making it easy to take a photo.
10. a cable (that carries electricity)
    During the storm, a fallen tree cut the electricity by breaking the power lines.
11. a connection for telephone or internet service
    When I picked up the phone, there was no dial tone because something was wrong with the line.
12. a boundary or distinction between things
    The movie managed to blur the lines between reality and fantasy, leaving viewers in awe.
13. a wire or rope used for hanging clothes to dry
    After washing, she hung the wet shirts on the line to dry.
14. a defensive military structure or boundary
    The soldiers were ordered to hold the line at all costs to prevent the enemy from advancing.
15. the main body of soldiers in an army
    During the battle, the line infantry advanced steadily, despite facing heavy fire from the enemy.
16. a sequence of musical notes
    In the choir, Sarah was responsible for the soprano lines, while Mike took care of the bass lines.
17. a sequence of people descended from a common ancestor
    She traced her lineage back to the Mayflower, proud to be part of a line that played a significant role in American history.
18. a route of public transport
    The new lines made commuting to the city center much easier for residents.
19. a row of text
    Please sign your name on the first line of the form.
20. a piece of spoken dialogue
    She forgot her lines during the school play and stood silently on stage.
21. an organization or individual's official stance or policy
    The senator was careful to follow the party's line during the debate.
22. agreement or conformity
    The features of the new model are in line with customer expectations.
23. a set of products offered by a company
    The company announced a new line of eco-friendly cleaning products.
24. slang for information or insight
    Can you get a line on where the party is tonight?
25. a small amount of a powdered drug arranged for snorting
    On the mirror, there were several lines of cocaine ready to be snorted.

verb “line”

1. to arrange objects in a straight line
   The teacher lined up the students before entering the museum.
2. to form a line along
   Tall trees lined the driveway, creating a majestic entrance.
3. to draw lines on something
   She lined the page before starting to write.
4. to cover the inside surface of an object with another material
   She lined the jewelry box with velvet to protect the delicate pieces.