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line
/laɪn/
noun
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."
A rope, cord, string, or thread, of any thickness.
A hose or pipe, of any size.
"a brake line"
verb
To place (objects) into a line (usually used with "up"); to form into a line; to align.
"to line troops"
To place persons or things along the side of for security or defense; to strengthen by adding; to fortify.
"to line works with soldiers"
To form a line along.
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