Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

red-line

noun

/ˈrɛd.laɪn/

Definition

A critical boundary or limit that should not be crossed.

Examples

The government declared that any further military aggression would cross a red-line.
In their negotiations, they set a red-line regarding budget constraints.
He felt that discussing personal matters was a red-line in their friendship.

Meaning

The term ‘red-line’ refers to a figurative line that one must not cross in various contexts, such as negotiations, policy discussions, or personal boundaries.