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词汇 penny-a-line
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Definition of penny-a-line in English:

penny-a-line

adjective ˌpɛnɪəˈlʌɪn
historical
  • Of a writer: paid at the rate of a penny a line. Hence, of writing: long-winded, verbose; superficial, of little literary value.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From penny + a + line.

Definition of penny-a-line in US English:

penny-a-line

adjectiveˌpɛnɪəˈlʌɪn
historical
  • Of a writer: paid at the rate of a penny a line. Hence, of writing: long-winded, verbose; superficial, of little literary value.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From penny + a + line.

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