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/ˌʌndəˈlaɪn/ · /ˌʌndərˈlaɪn/
CEFR level B1Topic EducationWord #2967 in the learning path
在…下面画线
Definitions
v. to draw a line beneath a word or phrase
在…下面画线
v. to show that something is especially important
强调；凸显
Example
Our teacher asked us to underline the unfamiliar words.
老师让我们在不熟悉的单词下面画线。
These findings underline the importance of providing affordable housing near public transport for families on low incomes.
这些发现凸显了在公共交通附近为低收入家庭提供可负担住房的重要性。
Collocations
- underline a word
- underline the importance of
- underline the need for
Synonyms
- underscore
Usage tip
本义是在下方画线，也常用于强调重要性。
FAQ
- What does underline mean?
- to draw a line beneath a word or phrase to show that something is especially important
- How is underline pronounced?
- UK /ˌʌndəˈlaɪn/, US /ˌʌndərˈlaɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
