interline
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɪntəlaɪn/
KK: /ˈɪntərlaɪn/
adjective
Definition
Connected to or involving multiple transportation lines or routes.
Example
The interline agreement allows passengers to transfer between different airlines easily.
Conversation
I heard there's a new interline bus service that connects the city to the airport.
Oh really? That sounds convenient for travelers.
Yeah, it could really help people save time and money.
Definitely! I hope it becomes popular.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
combined
joint
shared
Antonyms
separate
individual
discrete
transitive verb
Definition
To insert something between lines of text or to add a layer of material inside a garment for extra warmth or structure.
Example
The editor decided to interline the text to make it clearer for the readers.
Tense Forms
Past: interlined
Past Participle: interlined
Conversation
Hey, do you know how to interline a dress for more warmth?
Yeah, it can really make a difference on chilly days.
I think I might try to interline my favorite jacket, too.
Root Explanation
Interline → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "line" (from Latin "linea", meaning line). The word refers to writing or printing between lines of text.
Memory Tip
Think of writing something 'between' ('inter-') the 'lines' — that's what interline means.
Visually Confused Words
intrine
winterliness
uninterlined
winterling
winterlike
gingerline
intrinse
icterine