lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ How to pronounce lining (audio)
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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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of lining was in the 14th century

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“Lining.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lining. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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lining

noun
lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ How to pronounce lining (audio)
: something that lines especially an inner surface of something (as a garment)
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