What does underlining mean?
Underlining means present participle and gerund of underline.
Underlining
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of underline.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of underline
- An act or instance of marking text with an underline.
- A lining on the inside of a garment.
Example Sentences
There are so many underlinings, so many exclamation points in the margins, and so much highlighting from my many readings and appreciatings that it looks like a case of severe book abuse. It is not; these are marks of love.
Synonyms for underlining
Antonyms for underlining
Related Words
Word Forms
- underlinings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for underlining?
Common synonyms include underlineation.
What is the opposite of underlining?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use underlining in a sentence?
There are so many underlinings, so many exclamation points in the margins, and so much highlighting from my many readings and appreciatings that it looks like a case of severe book abuse. It is not; these are marks of love.
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