Dotted Line

Pronunciation: /ˈdɑtəd laɪn/

Definitions of dotted line

noun a line made up of a series of dots or small dashes

Example Sentences

A1 I traced my finger along the dotted line on the map.

A2 The instructions said to sign on the dotted line at the bottom of the page.

B1 She carefully followed the dotted line to cut out the shape.

B2 The dotted line on the road indicated where the lane would merge.

C1 The dotted line on the graph represented the projected growth of the company.

C2 The contract was signed by both parties on the dotted line to make it official.

adjective describing the type of line as having dots

Example Sentences

A1 Please sign on the dotted line.

A2 The form requires your signature on the dotted line.

B1 The contract was signed on the dotted line.

B2 Make sure to initial each section on the dotted line.

C1 The dotted line indicates where the signature should be placed.

C2 The dotted line on the document must be signed in blue ink.

Examples of dotted line in a Sentence

formal Please sign your name on the dotted line to indicate your agreement.

informal Just put your signature on the dotted line, and we're good to go.

slang Hey, just scribble your name on the dotted line and we're all set.

figurative The project's success is just beyond the dotted line of completion.

Grammatical Forms of dotted line

• plural: dotted lines
• comparative: more dotted
• superlative: most dotted
• present tense: dotted line
• future tense: will be a dotted line
• perfect tense: has been a dotted line
• continuous tense: is being a dotted line
• singular: dotted line
• positive degree: dotted line
• infinitive: to dot a line
• gerund: doting line
• participle: dotted line

Origin and Evolution of dotted line

First Known Use: 1750 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'dotted line' originated from the practice of drawing a line made up of small dots instead of a solid line.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in drafting and design to indicate a temporary or proposed line, the term 'dotted line' has evolved to also signify a symbolic or metaphorical separation or connection between two entities or concepts.