underline

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈʌndəˌlaɪn/
/ˈʌndɚˌlaɪn/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A line placed underneath a piece of text in order to provide emphasis or to indicate that it should be viewed in italics or (in electronic documents) that it acts as a hyperlink.

2 Definition

The character _.

3 Definition

An announcement of a theatrical performance to follow, placed in an advertisement for the current one.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To draw a line underneath something, especially to add emphasis; to underscore

Example Sentences
  • underline the important words in the text
2 Definition

To emphasise or stress something

3 Definition

To influence secretly.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Passing under a railway line.