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

Post reporters visited the Reflecting Pool on June 25 and identified seven locations where the lining — a waterproof membrane that was painted onto the concrete basin — had partially or entirely peeled away. — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 16 July 2026

Another option is a minimally invasive repair that threads a stent into the artery to close the torn vessel lining. — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 15 July 2026

Visitors and reporters also spotted the lining peeling off and floating to the surface. — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 15 July 2026

The inside is just as exciting, with a water-resistant microfiber leather lining that’s easy to clean while traveling—because spills happen. — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 14 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)