Definition

The amount of money paid for each line of written work or the total number of lines in a document.

Example

The author received a good linage for her article in the magazine.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how your writing affects the linage in your essays?

Yeah, I guess the way we format it can really change the overall look.

Exactly! A shorter linage can make it seem more concise and easier to read.

Totally, and sometimes I prefer that style when I’m reviewing my work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lineage → It is formed from "line" (from Latin "linea", meaning a line or thread) and the suffix "-age" (indicating a collection or state). The word "lineage" refers to the state or collection of lines, specifically the line of descent or ancestry.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'line' ('linea') representing a family tree, and the '-age' indicating a collection of those lines — that's how lineage refers to your family ancestry.

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