Definition of liner
1 : one that makes, draws, or uses lines
2a : a ship belonging to a regular lineb : an airplane belonging to an airline
3 : line drive
4 : something with which lines are made
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Recent Examples of liner from the Web
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To keep bins clean, the city recommends using compostable liners.
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The decision is a blow to Israeli hard-liners and their American backers who have long urged the United States and others to build their embassies in Jerusalem.
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Judge froze on Trumbo’s two-out liner in the third inning and then had the ball carry just beyond his lengthy reach, allowing two runs to score.
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Trump’s reversal is a blow to Israeli hard-liners and American supporters who have pushed for the move over the years.
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Lucas William Vincent’s face has launched hundreds of one-liners and ear puns since his mugshot was posted Sunday on the Facebook page of the Canterbury Police District.
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The removal was to appease hard-liners who said the statue was erected last year in front of a ground used for prayers during two Islamic festivals.
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This begins my annual hunt for no-show socks and liners for my shoes.
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And when the airship isn't being used to save lives, Brin will use it as a private cruise liner, taking trips to places that are typically inaccessible.
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15th Century
First Known Use of liner
15th century
Recent Examples of liner from the Web
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To keep bins clean, the city recommends using compostable liners.
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The decision is a blow to Israeli hard-liners and their American backers who have long urged the United States and others to build their embassies in Jerusalem.
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Judge froze on Trumbo’s two-out liner in the third inning and then had the ball carry just beyond his lengthy reach, allowing two runs to score.
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Trump’s reversal is a blow to Israeli hard-liners and American supporters who have pushed for the move over the years.
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Lucas William Vincent’s face has launched hundreds of one-liners and ear puns since his mugshot was posted Sunday on the Facebook page of the Canterbury Police District.
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The removal was to appease hard-liners who said the statue was erected last year in front of a ground used for prayers during two Islamic festivals.
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This begins my annual hunt for no-show socks and liners for my shoes.
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And when the airship isn't being used to save lives, Brin will use it as a private cruise liner, taking trips to places that are typically inaccessible.
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'liner'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
1611
First Known Use of liner
1611
LINER Defined for Kids
liner
playDefinition of liner for Students
: something that covers or is used to cover the inner surface of another thing
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See words that rhyme with liner Spanish Central: Translation of liner Nglish: Translation of liner for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about liner
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