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TAPE-LINE

\tˈe͡ɪplˈa͡ɪn], \tˈe‍ɪplˈa‍ɪn], \t_ˈeɪ_p_l_ˈaɪ_n]\

Definitions of TAPE-LINE

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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A tape marked with inches, &c., used in measuring.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

A narrow band of linen cloth painted, and figured with inches, varying in length from six feet, much used by builders, engineers, &c., in measurements.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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