interlinear Definition
- 1inserted between lines already written or printed
- 2having or consisting of two or more languages arranged in alternate lines
Using interlinear: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "interlinear" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The interlinear translation helped me understand the ancient text.
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The book has an interlinear format with English and Spanish side by side.
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The interlinear notes made the poem easier to analyze.
interlinear Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for interlinear
Phrases with interlinear
interlinear gloss
a gloss (explanation) written between the lines of a text, usually providing a word-by-word translation
Example
The interlinear gloss helped me understand the grammar of the sentence.
a Bible with the original Hebrew or Greek text and a literal translation in the same line
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The interlinear Bible is useful for studying the original meaning of the text.
a book or text that has two or more languages arranged in alternate lines
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The interlinear edition of the book is helpful for language learners.
Origins of interlinear
from Latin 'inter', meaning 'between', and 'linea', meaning 'line'
Summary: interlinear in Brief
The term 'interlinear' [in-ter-lin-ee-er] describes something that is inserted between lines already written or printed. It can also refer to having two or more languages arranged in alternate lines. Examples include interlinear translations, interlinear Bibles, and interlinear editions of books. The term is often used in academic or language learning contexts.
