line space

noun

1. (on a typewriter, typesetter, printer, or the like) the horizontal space provided for a line of typing, typesetting, printing, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of line space¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

That said, I use Outlook and the only formatting issue I’ve seen is the insertion of an extra line space between paragraphs.

From Seattle Times

“I’ve spent the first years of retirement building projects for the grandkids,” Wucher says, “zip line, space ball, tree deck.”

From Washington Times

Prices for line space for gasoline and distillates rose above 20 cents a gallon in late 2014 due to relatively high East Coast fuel prices.

From Wall Street Journal

If there's empty line space remaining, take this safety precaution: Draw a single line to the end of the field to prevent someone from adding new digits and altering the amount.

From US News

In the last two years,Wal-Mart has been expanding into the on line space by acquiring online search technologies and building warehouses.

From Forbes