underline
Americanverb (used with object)
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to mark with a line or lines underneath; underscore.
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to indicate the importance of; emphasize, as by stressing or italicizing.
noun
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Printing. a caption under an illustration.
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a line drawn under something; an underscore.
verb
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to put a line under
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to state forcibly; emphasize or reinforce
noun
Other Word Forms
- underlineation noun
- underliner noun
- underlining noun
Etymology
Origin of underline
Example Sentences
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Starring a stacked Guatemalan cast, including actor Tony Revolori, the project underlined the encroaching impacts of climate change that corrode once treasured memories, including those of Moreno, who grew up visiting the vacation destination.
From Los Angeles Times
Either choice would underline the FOMC’s independence from the president in a most striking manner.
From Barron's
Its subtitle, about awakening and survival, underlines Mrie’s trajectory from submissive daughter to political actor and skilled observer.
From Los Angeles Times
But the Work Foundation said its analysis underlined the "urgent need" for the government and MPs to finalise the measures as soon as possible.
From BBC
The length of the prison term is underlined so passengers don’t overlook the point.
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