lateral line

lat·er·al line

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [lat-er-uh l lahyn]
- /ˈlæt ər əl laɪn/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [lat-er-uh l lahyn]
- /ˈlæt ər əl laɪn/

Definitions of lateral line words

noun lateral line the line, or system of lines, of sensory structures along the head and sides of fishes and amphibians, by which the animal is believed to detect water current and pressure changes and vibrations. 1
noun lateral line a row of sensory organs along each side of the head and body in fishes and a few amphibians, probably for detecting vibrations, currents, and pressure 0

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Origin of lateral line

First appearance:

before 1865

One of the 28% newest English words

First recorded in 1865-70

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Parts of speech for Lateral line

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lateral line popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 40% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

lateral line usage trend in Literature

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