(par-al-lel-lines) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. lines in a plane that do not meet; they are always the same distance apart and extend infinitely in both directions.

Example Sentence

The architect drew two parallel lines to represent the walls of the building.

More Example Sentences

In mathematics, parallel lines are defined as lines that never intersect.

Synonyms

equidistant lines; non-intersecting lines; straight lines

Antonyms

intersecting lines; crossing lines; converging lines

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parallel lines
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