Dateline Definition & Meaning

dateline
noun
  1. an imaginary line on the surface of the earth following (approximately) the 180th meridian
  2. a line at the beginning of a news article giving the date and place of origin of the news dispatch
verb
  1. mark with a date and place; "dateline a newspaper article"

"Dateline" in song lyrics

See how dateline is used in real songs:

  • "Can Chris Hansen save our kids on Dateline?"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled, Karma, Trademarc — Warlords
  • "Sixteen bars of hell, on Dateline"
    Buddha Monk & Da Manchuz f/ Dee, Q-Plex — The Get Down
  • "Crash course, destination planet Earth, dateline 99"
    The Shapeshifters — Planet Rock 2012

Usage tips for "dateline"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dateline" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dateline to find words that pair well.

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