Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of line
"The director stopped the rehearsal so Sarah could memorize her lines for tonight's performance."
Words spoken by the actors.
In plain English: Lines are straight marks that connect two points without going up or down.
"She carefully drew lines on the paper to divide it into sections."
Usage: The everyday meaning of lines refers to words spoken by actors during a performance. Use this term when discussing scripts or dialogue in plays and movies, not for general conversation topics.
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of line
"She lines her basket with fresh straw every morning before market opens."
In plain English: To line something means to put a straight edge along it to make sure it is perfectly straight.
"The manager lines up all the employees before the meeting begins."
Usage: To line something means to cover its interior with a material such as paper or fabric. Do not confuse this action with arranging people in a row, which is also described as lining up.
Derived from Old English līn, lines originally meant a thread, cord, or rope used in weaving or sailing. The term later evolved to signify any long, narrow mark or series of marks on a surface.