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old-line Definition

old·-line (ōld′līn′)

adjective

  1. with an old, well-established history
  2. following tradition; conservative

old-line Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • company: But it is difficult to imagine stock prices of most well-established and seasoned old-line companies surging to wholly unsustainable heights.
  • profession: Mostly of interest to partners in old-line professions such as law, medicine, and accounting.