"distance line" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: distance lines [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} distance line (plural distance lines)
  1. (diving) a rope used by scuba divers as a means of returning to a safe starting point in conditions of low visibility, water currents or where pilotage is difficult. Categories (topical): Diving Synonyms: penetration line, cave line, guide line
    Sense id: en-distance_line-en-noun-jH6I3elJ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: diving, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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