lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ 

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

Beall’s drivel is definitely worthy of bird cage lining. —Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026

As a rule, Hane recommends a blackout lining in rooms that receive a lot of light, but says a basic cotton lining is sufficient in most living rooms where the light exposure is more moderate. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026

Then the afternoon can be all about playing at Gulf Islands Waterpark, going on a shrimp boat tour, exploring the Mississippi Aquarium, or zip-lining at an adventure park. —Kara Williams, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026

Klinger cautions against drinking coffee on an empty stomach, which can irritate the stomach lining and lead to acid reflux or bloating. —Embry Roberts, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing lining

• every cloud has a silver lining
• long-lining
• silver lining

Rhymes for lining

• dining
• fining
• mining
• pining
• seining
• shining
• signing
• twining
• vining
• whining
• aligning
• assigning

Kids Definition

lining

noun

lin·​ing ˈlī-niŋ 

: something that lines especially an inner surface of something (as a garment)