Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dotted-line
Noun
/ˈdɒt.ɪd laɪn/
Definition
A dotted line is a line that is composed of a series of dots or short segments rather than being solid.
Examples
- The organizational chart used a dotted-line to indicate indirect reporting relationships.
- In legal documents, dotted-lines often show where a signature is required.
Meaning
The term often refers to a visual representation in diagrams or documents indicating a relationship or connection that is temporary, less direct, or subordinate compared to a solid line.
Synonyms
- broken line
- disconnected line
- interrupted line
