Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dividing line

noun
/dɪˈvaɪ.dɪŋ laɪn/
Definition
A dividing line is a boundary or distinction between two different things or concepts.
Examples
  • The dividing line between the two political ideologies was very clear during the debate.
  • In the art world, there can often be a dividing line between traditional and modern styles.
  • She felt there was a dividing line between her personal life and professional responsibilities.
Meaning
The term ‘dividing line’ often refers to the point at which two different groups, ideas, or styles separate from one another.
Synonyms
  • boundary
  • separator
  • interface
  • demarcation
  • threshold