cutline

English

Etymology

cut +‎ line

Noun

cutline (plural cutlines)

1. (software) In software testing, a hypothetical line that separates tests that will be performed, versus tests that may not be performed due to lack of time.
2. (journalism, broadcasting) In production, a hypothetical line that separates items that will be executed and publicized, versus items that will be cut.
3. (surveying, travel) A linear cleared area through undeveloped land.

   If you stop and get out, you will see a cutline for line-of-sight surveying.

Quotations

• Karen Crouse. "Injured Mickelson’s Chances of Making Cut Were Fat or Slim", New York Times, June 16, 2007.

  But the United States Open cutline?

See also

• make the cut

Anagrams

• linecut
• tunicle