tape-line

A carpenter uses a tape-line to measure a wooden board.

Definition

Noun: A "tape-line" is a flexible strip of material, typically marked with units of length (such as inches or centimeters), used for measuring distances or dimensions. It is also known as a tape measure.

Usage Examples

• (A flexible measuring tool for determining size.)
• (A device for taking linear measurements.)

Advanced Usage

• "tape-line" can refer specifically to a retractable metal or cloth strip inside a case, often used in construction or tailoring.
  • The tailor's tape-line was made of soft cloth to easily wrap around curved surfaces. (A flexible measuring tool designed for body measurements.)

Variants and Related Words

• Tape measure (n): a synonym for tape-line; a flexible measuring tool.
  • She bought a new tape measure for her sewing kit. (A tool for measuring fabric or other materials.)
• Measuring tape (n): another term for tape-line.
  • The measuring tape was marked in both metric and imperial units. (A flexible strip with measurement markings.)

Synonyms

• Measuring tape: a flexible ruler used for measuring.
• Tape measure: a common alternative name for a tape-line.

Related Idioms

• There are no common idioms directly using "tape-line," but the tool is associated with precision in measurement.
  • He was precise with the tape-line, like a master craftsman. (He measured accurately using the tool.)