lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ 

1

: material that lines or that is used to line especially the inner surface of something (such as a garment)

2

: the act or process of providing something with a lining

Examples of lining in a Sentence

The coat had a soft lining.

the lining of the bladder

Recent Examples on the Web

The faux leather exterior is sleek and practical for this time of year, while the inside has a thin fleece lining to keep you warm. —Nicol Natale, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025

Another thought was that calcium may help support the process in which unspecified cells become epithelial cells and enhance apoptosis, the process by which old cells are removed from the colonic lining. —Michael Franco, New Atlas, 10 Jan. 2025

This hoodie has a fleece lining and scuba hood to protect you from bad weather. —Christopher Murray, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025

The warm, high-pile lining has maintained its loft, too. —Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing lining

• every cloud has a silver lining
• long-lining
• silver lining

Kids Definition

lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ 

: something that lines especially an inner surface of something (as a garment)