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

While use of chrysotile asbestos was on the decline, the dangerous mineral has lingered in various gaskets, brake blocks, aftermarket automotive brakes and linings, other vehicle friction products, and some diaphragms used to make sodium hydroxide and chlorine. —ArsTechnica, 17 June 2025

The shoe’s upper, lining, and outsole are synthetic, after all, and therefore easy to wipe clean. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 16 June 2025

Visitors can enjoy outdoor adventures like zip lining at Parque de Aventura Las Nubes, horseback riding along the beach, and hiking to the Christ of the Mercy statue for beautiful sunset views. —Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025

The genuine leather lining helps with sweat and will keep your hat dry. —Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025

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
• seining
• shining
• signing
• twining
• vining
• whining
• aligning
• assigning

Kids Definition

lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ 

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