whiteline

/ˈwaɪtlaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A line or boundary indicating the end of an area where no overtaking is allowed, typically on a road or track.

“She drove cautiously behind the truck, which was approaching the white line at the 80 km/h limit.”

2. noun

A line or boundary beyond which a particular activity or policy starts to apply.

“The new tax law applies from the date of the white line, which is set to be implemented next year.”

3. noun

A line or boundary that separates one area from another.

“The white line marked the boundary between the private land and the public beach.”

4. verb

To mark or draw a line, typically to separate one area from another.

“The surveyor was tasked with whitelining the new development site.”

Synonyms

  • boundary
  • demarcation
  • line

Antonyms

  • centerline
  • median