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 inside lining is also breathable, so your feet won’t sweat.
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Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
This one resembles empanadas rather than the standard Japanese breaded dough pockets, flaking apart to reveal a lining of stretchy cheese and ground wagyu beef simmered in sweet Japanese curry.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
This condition occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
It is also found in blood vessels, organs, cartilage, and our intestinal lining.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2024
But Take Note While the suede lining won’t be damaged by a bit of rain, these shoes aren’t completely waterproof.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
This temporary group of cells releases hormones that keep the uterine lining thick and ready for a fertilized egg to implant.
—News & Views, Health, 23 Mar. 2024
The other side is crisscrossed by elastic straps, and the entire lining is removable and washable.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
With time, the silhouettes have become more refined, the linings and footbeds more comfortable.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
This one resembles empanadas rather than the standard Japanese breaded dough pockets, flaking apart to reveal a lining of stretchy cheese and ground wagyu beef simmered in sweet Japanese curry.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
This condition occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
It is also found in blood vessels, organs, cartilage, and our intestinal lining.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2024
But Take Note While the suede lining won’t be damaged by a bit of rain, these shoes aren’t completely waterproof.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
This temporary group of cells releases hormones that keep the uterine lining thick and ready for a fertilized egg to implant.
—News & Views, Health, 23 Mar. 2024
The other side is crisscrossed by elastic straps, and the entire lining is removable and washable.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
With time, the silhouettes have become more refined, the linings and footbeds more comfortable.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Lining.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lining. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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lining
noun
lin·ing
ˈlī-niŋ 
: something that lines especially an inner surface of something (as a garment)
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