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

Imaging also indicated that the lining in the hip socket was failing. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026

The real toxicity concern, per The New Republic‘s review of contractor materials, confirming previous reporting from Meidas News, lies in the epoxy resin used for the pool’s new lining, which carries explicit long-term aquatic toxicity warnings. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 July 2026

Crafted from 100 percent organic cotton poplin with a 100 percent cotton lining, this breathable, temperature-regulating skirt is perfect for hot summer days, without being see-through or causing any embarrassing moments. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026

Look for weights with a soft interior lining and padding that contours to the shape of your ankle. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 June 2026

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

Rhymes for lining

• dining
• fining
• mining
• pining
• shining
• signing
• twining
• vining
• whining
• aligning
• assigning
• calcining

Kids Definition

lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ 

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