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Lineup

By Jay DiMartino, About.com

Definition: The lineup is a noun that refers to the calm, deep area beyond the breaking waves where a surfer waits for the next wave. Surfers often talk and socialize in the lineup while waiting for waves. After watching for where good waves are breaking, surfers use landmarks on the beach to find the best spot to wait.
Also Known As: outside
Examples: The surfer paddled out to the relative calm of the lineup after being pelted by a long set of waves.

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