English · Word Candidate

lineup

/ˈlaɪn.ʌp/

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Also seen as: lineups

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Meaning · English

A physical or photographic queue of people allegedly involved in a crime, allowing a witness to identify them.

NounRegister: US

Just one more thing, Julian. Don't tell cons they get paid for line-ups.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

A list of trains that are expected to cross over a specified section of track during a specified time period.

Noun

It is recognized that lineup will not contain information as to all train and yard movements within yard limits.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “lineup” mean?

A physical or photographic queue of people allegedly involved in a crime, allowing a witness to identify them.

Is “lineup” formal or informal?

lineup is generally US.