Meaning
A long thin mark, or a row of people or things one behind the other.
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Word origin
Comes from the Old English 'line' and Latin 'linea', meaning a string or thread.
- Origin
- Old English
- Root
- line
Grammar
Examples
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A line is a long, thin mark, like one drawn with a pen. It can also mean a row of people or things standing one after another.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 5, lesson 1: line, shall, dog and 7 more words.