ledger lines LEH-jer lienz Your browser does not support the audio element. [ English ] Definition The short, horizontal lines added to the top or the bottom of a staff for the indication of notes too high or too low to be represented on the staff proper. See more about the staff in the Appendix. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-06-02 19:15:17