dividing line

/dəˌvaɪdɪŋ laɪn/
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Other forms: dividing lines

Definitions of dividing line
  1. noun
    a conceptual separation or distinction
    synonyms: contrast, demarcation, line
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    types:
    Rubicon, point of no return
    a line that when crossed permits of no return and typically results in irrevocable commitment
    type of:
    differentiation, distinction
    a discrimination between things as different and distinct
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