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
Food and Drink Particles One of the most common causes of coughing is when fluid or a food particle comes in contact with the lining of your airways.
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Jenny Sweigard, Verywell Health, 1 July 2024
The rising star stepped out in a vintage Versace gown with stud detailing, an open-back, cutout halter neckline that dipped below her navel and a major front slit that showed off the animal print lining of the dress which first hit the runway in 2004.
—Miles Berry, Peoplemag, 1 July 2024
No changes needed to that tuxedo jacket’s lining after Thursday.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2024
The Mini Chrystie is lined in a similar material with a suede finish — my Oat colorway features a burgundy lining that’s rich and soft to the touch.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 21 June 2024
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Jenny Sweigard, Verywell Health, 1 July 2024
The rising star stepped out in a vintage Versace gown with stud detailing, an open-back, cutout halter neckline that dipped below her navel and a major front slit that showed off the animal print lining of the dress which first hit the runway in 2004.
—Miles Berry, Peoplemag, 1 July 2024
No changes needed to that tuxedo jacket’s lining after Thursday.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2024
The Mini Chrystie is lined in a similar material with a suede finish — my Oat colorway features a burgundy lining that’s rich and soft to the touch.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 21 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for lining
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“Lining.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lining. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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lining
noun
lin·ing
ˈlī-niŋ 
: something that lines especially an inner surface of something (as a garment)
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