liner

1 of 2

noun (1)

lin·​er ˈlī-nər 

1

: one that makes, draws, or uses lines

2

a

: a ship belonging to a regular line

b

: an airplane belonging to an airline

3

: line drive

4

: something with which lines are made

liner

2 of 2

noun (2)

1

: one that lines or is used to line or back something

2

: jacket sense 3c(2)

linerless

ˈlī-nər-ləs 

adjective

Examples of liner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The gold medalist’s makeup look, complete with brown NYX lip liner, perfectly arched brows, black winged eyeliner, and a glowing complexion, is a winner all on its own. —Annie Blay, Allure, 1 Aug. 2024

That even applies to her 26-step makeup routine consisting of her 15 favorite products (foundation, concealer, primers, eyeshadows, lip oils and liners, blush, contour and eyebrows included). —Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 30 July 2024

Similarly, many chose colorful eye shadow to match their ensembles — members of Team China wore red and gold; members of Team Japan wore blue, and Rebeca Andrade of Brazil donned one of the most boldest eye looks of the day, replete with gold glitter, black graphic liner and tiny crystals. —Emily Burns, WWD, 30 July 2024

Jo Beckwith, a public speaker and content creator who raises awareness about limb loss, dislikes the portion of her liner that’s covered in an ugly company logo. —Chloé Valentine Toscano, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing liner

• bin liner
• cruise liner
• liner notes
• long-liner
• one-liner
• panty liner

Kids Definition

liner

1 of 2 noun

lin·​er ˈlī-nər 

1

: a ship or airplane of a regular transportation line

an ocean liner

2

: something with which lines are made or drawn

use a cosmetic liner to make the eyes more attractive

liner

2 of 2 noun

: one that lines or is used to line something