credit line

noun

1

: line of credit

2

: a line, note, or name that acknowledges the source of an item (such as a news dispatch or television program)

Examples of credit line in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Both companies were initially racing to make their Wall Street debuts as soon as this year to secure fresh capital and support their heavy spending — but private fundraisings and credit lines give them more leeway. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 July 2026

As a Chase cardmember, you'll be automatically checked for a credit line increase at least every 6 months. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Vodafone Ukraine, the country's second-largest mobile operator, secured a $35 million credit line to modernize its network. — Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Rather than receiving a lump-sum loan upfront, borrowers can access a credit line as needed during the draw period (up to the credit limit). — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for credit line

• alkaline
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• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
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• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine
• caroline
• centerline