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Interlinear

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(of text) inserted between the lines of a text.

Definitions by Sense

  1. (of text) inserted between the lines of a text
  2. having alternate lines of text in different languages
  3. A translated text having alternate lines in different languages.

Example Sentences

I've been reading a lot of graded readers and interlinears lately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does interlinear mean?

Interlinear means (of text) inserted between the lines of a text.

What is a synonym for interlinear?

Common synonyms include interlineal.

What is the opposite of interlinear?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use interlinear in a sentence?

I've been reading a lot of graded readers and interlinears lately.

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