B13K

UK//ˈlaɪn.ʌp//US//ˈlaɪn.ʌp//

Meaning of Line-up

to stand in a line or row; to form a queue

In simple words: A group of people or things arranged in a row.

Line-up in a sentence

  • Line up, children!
  • Cars lined up waiting to board the ship.
  • The suspects were lined up against the wall.
  • He lined the bottles up along the shelf.
  • Mark had a job lined up when he left college.
  • I've got a lot lined up this week *(= I'm very busy)*.
  • She's lined up a live band for the party.
  • To get good TV reception, the dish must be accurately lined up with the satellite.

How to use Line-up

Used in contexts like events, performances, or schedules. Avoid in formal writing unless referring to a specific schedule or queue.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a line of soldiers standing in a row—a 'line-up'!

Related words

Collocations with Line-up

  • line-up of performers
  • line-up for the show
  • star-studded line-up

Opposites of Line-up

  • disperse
  • scatter
  • break up

Common mistakes with Line-up

  • Confused with 'line up' as a verb phrase.
  • Using it incorrectly to refer to a disorganized group.
  • Misunderstanding its use in informal contexts.

Compare Line-up with Sequence, Arrangement, Order, Lineup, Line

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Frequently asked questions about Line-up

What does Line-up mean?

A group of people or things arranged in a row.

What is the definition of Line-up?

to stand in a line or row; to form a queue

How do you use Line-up in a sentence?

Line up, children!

Can you give another example of Line-up?

Cars lined up waiting to board the ship.

What are synonyms for Line-up?

Common alternatives include sequence, arrangement, order, lineup, line.

What is the opposite of Line-up?

Opposite meanings include disperse, scatter, break up.

What words go with Line-up?

It commonly pairs with line-up of performers, line-up for the show, star-studded line-up.

What are common mistakes when using Line-up?

Confused with 'line up' as a verb phrase. Using it incorrectly to refer to a disorganized group. Misunderstanding its use in informal contexts.

How do you pronounce Line-up?

US: //ˈlaɪn.ʌp//, UK: //ˈlaɪn.ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Line-up?

Used in contexts like events, performances, or schedules. Avoid in formal writing unless referring to a specific schedule or queue.

What CEFR level is Line-up?

"Line-up" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.