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line

/laɪn/
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.

    "The arrow descended in a curved line."

  2. A rope, cord, string, or thread, of any thickness.

  3. A hose or pipe, of any size.

    "a brake line"

Synonymsepistle, letter, note, line of engagement, lineup, queue
verb
  1. To place (objects) into a line (usually used with "up"); to form into a line; to align.

    "to line troops"

  2. To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.

    "to line works with soldiers"

  3. To form a line along.

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