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

The exterior is crafted from water-resistant suede, while a thick interior faux fur lining keeps your toes toasty on bone-chilling days. —Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025

The Merrin Sling-back Mule Clogs are made with premium long-lasting leather, soft textile lining, and an ample-sized toe box to offer your feet all-day comfort. —Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2025

O'Riordan explained that this is because lobular cancer, with its sheet-like cell growth, can blanket and wrap around the lining of organs. —Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025

The list goes on, with even relatively minor things like wireless charging, an auto on/off option, and moisture-wicking lining on offer to make long rides more comfortable. —New Atlas, 30 Oct. 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)