inline

American  

[in-lahyn] / ˈɪnˌlaɪn /

noun

Printing.

1. an ornamented type with a line of white or of a contrasting color running just inside the edge and following the contour of each letter.

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Etymology

Origin of inline

First recorded in 1920–25; in + line ¹

Example Sentences

Nebius’ shares jumped 15% on the news.e context for the number with an inline link.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

That’s inline with your expected living expenses, and it doesn’t include Social Security.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 9, 2025

Per Ray, the changes Google has been making seem to have most affected global websites with lots of inline ads and affiliate revenue links for e-commerce, because those are indicated as being more spammy.

From Slate • May 16, 2024

His best work comes from an inline or wingback position, where he can push people around.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2024

The above notes are placed inline, to cover all other unusual comments.

From Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 2 by Work Projects Administration