1. books or texts that have translations or explanations printed between the lines of the original text
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The language students used interlinears to help them understand the Latin poetry.
• Many Bible scholars prefer interlinears that show both Hebrew and English.
• The professor recommended interlinears for beginning Greek students.
• These interlinears make it easier to follow the original text while learning.
• The bookstore carries interlinears in several ancient languages.
• Students found the interlinears helpful for translation practice.