| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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The equator. (See CROSSING THE LINE.) | 1 |
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The deep-sea line. A long line marked at every five fathoms, for sounding the depth of the sea. | 2 |
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The line. All regiments of infantry except the foot-guards, the rifle brigade, the marines, the militia, and the volunteers. | 3 |
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