inline

American

[in-lahyn] / ˈɪnˌlaɪn /

noun

Printing.

an ornamented type with a line of white or of a contrasting color running just inside the edge and following the contour of each letter.

Etymology

Origin of inline

First recorded in 1920–25; in + line ¹

Example Sentences

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Nebius’ shares jumped 15% on the news.e context for the number with an inline link.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

While that might be inline with global average market returns after inflation, guaranteeing returns suggests something is not right.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 28, 2025

Per Ray, the changes Google has been making seem to have most affected global websites with lots of inline ads and affiliate revenue links for e-commerce, because those are indicated as being more spammy.

From Slate • May 16, 2024

His best work comes from an inline or wingback position, where he can push people around.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2024

The 44 full-page illustrations from the original are shown inline in reduced form.

From Sword and Pen Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier by Owens, John Algernon

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