inline

American  

[in-lahyn] / ˈɪnˌlaɪn /

noun

Printing.

1. 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.

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Etymology

Origin of inline

First recorded in 1920–25; in + line ¹

Example Sentences

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inline

The midpoint of BlackBerry’s revenue outlook is above Wall Street’s $604.1 million view, while the company’s expected earnings are inline with expectations.

From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026

That was inline with what economists polled by The Wall Street Journal expected.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026

For the full-fiscal year, the retailer expects 4% to 5% revenue growth, inline with Wall Street’s predictions.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

Nancy Iskander at the criminal trial testified she began to cross on inline skates with her youngest son, Zachary, next to her on his scooter.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 24, 2026

Inconsistent spelling and inline hyphenation occurs across poems and songs and is retained.

From Songs of the Cattle Trail and Cow Camp by Lomax, John Avery