Open line
noun
A telephone line that is ready and able to make or receive calls.
I couldn't get through as the open line was engaged
Often appears as...
- have an open line
- using the open line
Usage tips
Colloquial
noun
A situation in a live broadcast where people can call in and talk directly.
The radio show had an open line for listeners to share their thoughts
Often appears as...
- call an open line
- host an open line
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A method of credit where the customer can borrow money whenever needed, up to a certain limit.
I have an open line of credit with the bank
Often appears as...
- establish an open line
- use an open line
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
A railway line that is in service and available for use.
The open line between the two cities improved trade
Often appears as...
- ride an open line
- use an open line
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A telephone line that is ready and able to make or receive calls.
I couldn't get through as the open line was engaged
Often appears as...
- have an open line
- using the open line
Usage tips
Colloquial
noun
A situation in a live broadcast where people can call in and talk directly.
The radio show had an open line for listeners to share their thoughts
Often appears as...
- call an open line
- host an open line
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A method of credit where the customer can borrow money whenever needed, up to a certain limit.
I have an open line of credit with the bank
Often appears as...
- establish an open line
- use an open line
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
A railway line that is in service and available for use.
The open line between the two cities improved trade
Often appears as...
- ride an open line
- use an open line
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Response
Suggests quick communication, as there's no waiting to connect a call.
Please ensure we have an open line for the conference call.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Free
Need to check availability; another person might be using the line.
Can you check if the open line is free now?
Pro Tip 3/3Confidential Calls
Implies privacy concerns, as others could listen in on the line.
Discuss sensitive matters only when we have an open line.
Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Response
Suggests quick communication, as there's no waiting to connect a call.
Please ensure we have an open line for the conference call.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Free
Need to check availability; another person might be using the line.
Can you check if the open line is free now?
Pro Tip 3/3Confidential Calls
Implies privacy concerns, as others could listen in on the line.
Discuss sensitive matters only when we have an open line.
Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Response
Suggests quick communication, as there's no waiting to connect a call.
Please ensure we have an open line for the conference call.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Free
Need to check availability; another person might be using the line.
Can you check if the open line is free now?
Pro Tip 3/3Confidential Calls
Implies privacy concerns, as others could listen in on the line.
Discuss sensitive matters only when we have an open line.
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