Phrase guide

down line

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A railway line on which trains travel away from a major terminus.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

the next and subsequent flights in an itinerary.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, aviation, business, engineering, lifestyle, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, tourism, transport, travel

Examples

  • If you miss a flight, the airline will likely cancel the down line.

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3

noun

Meaning 3

A member or members of a multi-level marketing scheme recruited by another (their up line) and paying that recruiter a portion of their earnings.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: attributive, often

Topics: business, marketing

Examples

  • 2019, Tom “Big Al” Schreiter, How To Build Network Marketing Leaders Volume Two It wasn't specifically for network marketing, but it gave me a broader view of how I will develop a recruiting campaign for my downline.

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