lineup
UK: ˈlaɪnʌp | US: ˈlaɪnˌʌp
n. an arrangement of people or things in a line
n. (sports) the list of players participating in a game
n. (police) a procedure where suspects are viewed by a witness for identification
The word "lineup" combines "line" (from Old English līne, meaning "rope, series") and "up" (Old English up, indicating direction or completion). Originally used literally for physical alignment (e.g., troops in a row), it expanded metaphorically to sports (early 20th century) and police procedures (mid-20th century). The morphemes retain their original spellings while blending into a compound noun.
The teacher asked the students to form a straight lineup.
The coach announced the starting lineup for the basketball game.
The witness identified the suspect from a police lineup.
The concert lineup features three popular bands.
Check the product lineup on the company’s website for updates.