line drawing en · NOUN
Etymology
From line + drawing. First use appears c. 1891. The figurative sense is a deverbal form of the expression draw the line. The exact date of its first appearance is uncertain.
Meanings
- A pen or pencil drawing consisting only of solid lines.
- (US, figuratively) The process of establishing a specific boundary, distinction or limit in regard to prescribing the best legal rule.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| line drawings | Number=Plur | lexicographic |