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

Once the outer lining tears, the testicle can bleed internally while also bleeding into the scrotum. — Angela Haupt, Time, 22 July 2026

The shoes are made in Portugal and feature terry cloth lining, along with a memory foam insole. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026

The RFID‑blocking lining adds peace of mind during international travel, and the durable leather withstands frequent handling at airports. — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026

The look also featured an asymmetrical strapless neckline, feather lining and flowing train. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 20 July 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)