Lines of communication meaning
What does the saying 'Lines of communication' mean?
Idiom: Lines of communication
Meaning:
Lines of communication are the routes used to communicate by people or groups who are in conflict; a government might open lines of communication with terrorists if it wished to negotiate with them.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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