Homonyms - Line (As a Noun and Verb)

1.   (noun) – long mark

Ø   Having reached her mid 40s, it’s no surprise that Mrs Wakefield’s face is covered with fine lines.

2.   (noun) – row

Ø   The prisoners were instructed to form a line against the wall.

Ø     Poor John had to wait in line for two hours just to get  entrance tickets to the Colosseum.  

3.   (noun) – phone

Ø     Your line has probably disconnected because you haven’t  paid your last bill.

Ø    Please hold the line (= wait). I’ll see if Mr Peterson is available.

4.   (noun) – railway

Ø     Line 1 will take us to the museum.

5.   (verb) – form row

Ø     Thousands of football fans lined the streets to welcome  their idol home.