cutline

noun

1. 1

   In production, a hypothetical line that separates items that will be executed and publicized, versus items that will be cut.

2. 2

   A caption under a photograph, or more narrowly just the explanatory text block under a photograph, excluding the title.

3. 3

   In software testing, a hypothetical line that separates tests that will be performed from tests that may not be performed due to lack of time.

4. 4

   (travel) A linear cleared area through undeveloped land.

   “If you stop and get out, you will see a cutline for line-of-sight surveying.”