unlined

adjective

un·​lined ˌən-ˈlīnd How to pronounce unlined (audio)
: not lined: such as
a
: not marked with lines
unlined paper
a smooth, unlined face
b
: not having a lining or liner
an unlined coat
unlined fish ponds

Examples of unlined in a Sentence

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The proposal includes building on a floodplain near an old, unlined dump that could leach toxic chemicals. Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026 In addition, it’s also usually unlined which means more light is able to filter through. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026 Made of supple Italian leather, this unlined tote boasts a soft suede interior and comes with a large detachable zipper pouch that doubles as a wallet. Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026 Electric utilities used to dump the ash — which contains heavy metals like arsenic and mercury — into unlined ponds, allowing the waste to seep into groundwater or nearby waterways and eventually make its way into drinking water. Kristi Swartz, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unlined

Word History

First Known Use

1516, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unlined was in 1516

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“Unlined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unlined. Accessed 6 May. 2026.

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