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

Blending Spanish tradition with a wired edge, winged liner (achieved with the PermaGel Eye Pencil and Perma Precision Eyeliner) and glowing skin stood alongside one of three lip looks: naked lip balm, a dark matte lip, or Dramatique lip pencil. —India Espy-Jones, Essence, 24 May 2024

So when defender Christen Westphal’s injury created an open shot in the 55th minute, resulting in a goal, the score was tied despite the 15-yard liner being the first shot on goal the Wave allowed. —Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 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