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

To make a foil liner: Tear off a piece of foil that is larger than the pan (allow for overhang on either end) and shape over the outside of the pan, folding foil at the corners Gently lift the foil off the pan and turn the pan over. —Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024

From 1980s Kohl liner to party-hard musicians in the early 2010s, Glossier launched a collection of limited edition eyeshadow sticks for the ultimate quiet grunge holiday look. —India Espy-Jones, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024

In fall 2025, the new liner Brilliant Lady will tour North American cities such as Boston and New York and southeastern Canada on her inaugural tour. —Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024

Same goes for its new blurring lip liners and glistening lip glosses. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Dec. 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