unline

/ʌnˈlaɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something not straight or in a straight line

“The uneven terrain made it difficult to unline the pipes.”

2. verb

to remove the straight line or linear shape from something

“The artist chose to unline the edges of her painting for a more abstract effect.”

3. noun

the act of removing a straight line or linear shape

“The process of unlining a design requires great skill and patience.”

Synonyms

  • deform
  • disorder

Antonyms

  • align
  • straighten