center line

Noun

A line that divides something into two equal parts, especially the middle of a road or the middle of a ship.

ریشه

The word 'center' comes from the Latin word 'centrum', meaning 'point of a compass'. 'Line' comes from the Old English word 'līne', meaning 'rope, series'.

مثال

• The center line on the road helps drivers stay in their lanes.
• The center line of the ship divides it into port and starboard sides.
• The painter carefully drew the center line on the canvas.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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