(num-ber-line) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. A straight line on which each point corresponds to a real number and is used to represent and order numbers.

Example Sentence

The teacher drew a number line on the board to help students understand addition and subtraction.

More Example Sentences

Using a number line can make it easier to visualize the concept of negative numbers.

Synonyms

numerical line; coordinate line; scale

Antonyms

none; non-numerical; abstract

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