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
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The jacket is made from a faux shearling fabric with a leather-like lining that helps retain warmth while still being lightweight.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 24 Jan. 2025
One of Ahlers' own studies looked at a protective layer of proteins in the lining of blood vessels.
—Jon Hamilton, NPR, 23 Jan. 2025
The jacket is made from a faux shearling fabric with a leather-like lining that helps retain warmth while still being lightweight.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
Her dress had dotted mesh sleeves, which were completely sheer compared to the rest of the minidress, featuring a black lining underneath.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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 2 Feb. 2025.
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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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