Interlinear


[in-ter-lin-ee-er] /ˌɪn tərˈlɪn i ər/

adjective
1.
situated or inserted between lines, as of the lines of print in a book:
a Latin text with interlinear translation.
2.
having interpolated lines; interlined.
3.
having the same text in various languages set in alternate lines:
the interlinear Bible.
noun
4.
a book, especially a textbook, having interlinear matter, as a translation.
/ˌɪntəˈlɪnɪə/
adjective
1.
written or printed between lines of text
2.
written or printed with the text in different languages or versions on alternate lines
adj.

late 14c., from Medieval Latin interlinearis “that which is between the lines,” from inter- (see inter-) + Latin linearis (see linear).

Read Also:

  • Interlinear spacing

    adverb, noun 1. See leading2

  • Interlineate

    [in-ter-lin-ee-eyt] /ˌɪn tərˈlɪn iˌeɪt/ verb (used with object), interlineated, interlineating. 1. 1 (defs 1, 2).

  • Interlineated

    [in-ter-lin-ee-eyt] /ˌɪn tərˈlɪn iˌeɪt/ verb (used with object), interlineated, interlineating. 1. 1 (defs 1, 2).

  • Interlingua

    [in-ter-ling-gwuh] /ˌɪn tərˈlɪŋ gwə/ noun 1. an interlanguage. 2. (initial capital letter) an artificial language developed between 1924 and 1951, based primarily upon the Romance languages, and intended mainly as a common international language for scientists. /ˌɪntəˈlɪŋɡwə/ noun 1. (usually capital) an artificial language based on words common to English and the Romance languages 2. […]

  • Interlingual

    [in-ter-ling-gwuh l] /ˌɪn tərˈlɪŋ gwəl/ adjective 1. pertaining to or using two or more languages: an interlingual dictionary.


Disclaimer: Interlinear definition / meaning should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. All content on this website is for informational purposes only.