Interlinear
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Interlinear is an adjective meaning (of text) inserted between the lines of a text.
Meaning
(of text) inserted between the lines of a text.
More Meanings
- having alternate lines of text in different languages
- A translated text having alternate lines in different languages.
Example Sentences
I've been reading a lot of graded readers and interlinears lately.
Word Forms
- interlinears
Synonyms for interlinear
Depending on context, synonyms include interlineal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include interlineal, transliteration, kana, glosses, interline, in-line.
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