by-line

Definitions of by-line

1. noun

   a line giving the name of the writer of a story or article
   synonyms: credit line

   type of:

   line

   text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen
2. noun

   an auxiliary activity
   synonyms: avocation, hobby, pursuit, sideline, spare-time activity

   types:

   spelaeology, speleology

   the pastime of exploring caves

   type of:

   interest, pastime, pursuit

   a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)