Pronunciation: /əˈsɛmbli laɪn/
noun a series of workers and machines in a factory by which a succession of identical items is progressively assembled
A1 An assembly line is a line of workers and machines in a factory where a product is assembled.
A2 The assembly line increased productivity by allowing products to be made more quickly and efficiently.
B1 Henry Ford is credited with revolutionizing manufacturing by implementing the assembly line in his car factories.
B2 The workers on the assembly line work together in a coordinated manner to ensure the smooth production of goods.
C1 The assembly line process requires careful planning and organization to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
C2 Automation has transformed the traditional assembly line into a high-tech production system with robots and advanced machinery.
formal The assembly line at the car manufacturing plant increased production efficiency.
informal I heard they're hiring more workers for the assembly line at the factory.
slang I'm on the assembly line today, so I'll be busy putting things together.
figurative Life sometimes feels like an assembly line, with tasks coming at you one after the other.
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