lineup

American  

[lahyn-uhp] / ˈlaɪnˌʌp /

noun

1. a particular order or disposition of persons or things as arranged or drawn up for action, inspection, etc.

2. the persons or things themselves.

3. (in police investigations) a group of persons, including suspects in a crime, lined up to allow inspection and possible identification by the victim or victims of that crime.

4. Sports. the list of the participating players in a game together with their positions.

   to announce the starting lineup of a game.

5. an organization of people, companies, etc., for some common purpose.

   a lineup of support for the new tax bill.

6. an overall schedule of programs, events, activities, etc..

   the fall lineup of TV programs.

7. a list of products or services offered by a manufacturer or organization.

   Does the company's lineup of new cars this year include a convertible?

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Etymology

Origin of lineup

1885–90, noun use of verb phrase line up

Example Sentences

The deals are part of a run of small and midsize pharma acquisitions—a range that has become a sweet spot for companies seeking to bolster the work of their own labs or lineups.

From The Wall Street Journal

Analysts suggest fixing Siri is crucial for Apple to expand its product lineup into new areas like wearables and robotics.

From Barron's

The Facebook and Instagram parent expanded its lineup of artificial-intelligence glasses with the addition of two new styles, in collaboration with EssilorLuxottica.

From Barron's

Great comedies, great dramas, a deep library and a solid sports lineup.

From MarketWatch

One of the biggest strengths of UCLA’s starting lineup is how, on paper, it can score in different ways.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• agenda
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