lining

lin·ing

the act or process of covering the inner surface of something
the material used or suitable for this purpose

Origin of lining

see line and -ing

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lining

noun

A covering or coating for an inside surface: The jacket had a patterned lining.
Material used for such covering or coating.

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Noun

(plural linings)

A covering for the inside surface of something.
The material used for such a covering.
The act of attaching such a covering.

Verb

Present participle of line.

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Sentence Examples

They're all lining up now.
She thought she saw the glint of weapons lining his trench.
"Silver lining," she said softly.
There is no silver lining when you make a deal with him.
Bored after another tour around, she returned to the office to examine the books lining one wall.

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