lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ How to pronounce lining (audio)
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
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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 See all Example Sentences for lining 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of lining was in the 14th century

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“Lining.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lining. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

lining

noun
lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ How to pronounce lining (audio)
: something that lines especially an inner surface of something (as a garment)
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