underlining
|un-der-lin-ing|
B2
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/ˈʌndərˌlaɪnɪŋ/
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/ˈʌndəˌlaɪnɪŋ/
(underline)
emphasize by marking
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underline' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'underlinen', where 'under-' meant 'beneath' and 'linen' meant 'to draw a line'.
Historical Evolution
'underlinen' transformed into the modern English word 'underline'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to draw a line beneath', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a line drawn under a word or phrase for emphasis.
The teacher asked us to pay attention to the underlining in the text.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'underline'.
She is underlining the important points in her notes.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41