credit line

American  

[kred-it lahyn] / ˈkrɛd ɪt ˌlaɪn /

noun

1. a line of text acknowledging the source or origin of published or exhibited material.

2. Also called credit limit,.  Also called line of credit.  the maximum amount of credit that a customer of a store, bank, etc., is authorized to use.

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credit line British  

noun

1. an acknowledgment of origin or authorship, as in a newspaper or film

2. Also called: line of credit.  the maximum credit that a customer is allowed

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Etymology

Origin of credit line

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Tehran has also been an economic lifeline for Assad, sending fuel and credit lines worth billions of dollars.

From Washington Times

Tehran has already supplied Assad's government with credit lines and won lucrative business contracts in the telecoms and mining industries, among others.

From Reuters

And banks were making it harder for the companies that did apply to get a loan or credit line, with a net 27% of lenders reporting tighter credit standards.

From Reuters

Countries also should strengthen regional safety nets, through currency swap lines or precautionary credit lines from international financial institutions such as the IMF.

From Reuters

Having a cash reserve or credit line can save you if your property is vacant for a few months or if your tenant has an emergency situation and can’t pay rent.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• line of credit