Definitions for lining
ˈlaɪ nɪŋlin·ing

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lining, linernoun

   a protective covering that protects an inside surface

2. liner, liningnoun

   a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment

3. lining, facingnoun

   providing something with a surface of a different material

4. liningnoun

   the act of attaching an inside lining (to a garment or curtain etc.)

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. liningnoun

   A covering for the inside surface of something.

2. liningnoun

   The material used for such a covering.

3. liningnoun

   The act of attaching such a covering.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Liningnoun

   Etymology: from line.

   1. The inner covering of any thing; the inner double of a garment.

   Was I deceived, or did a sable cloud
   Turn forth her silver lining on the night. John Milton.

   The folds in the gristle of the nose is covered with a lining, which differs from the facing of the tongue. Nehemiah Grew, Cosmol.

   The gown with stiff embroid’ry shining,
   Looks charming with a slighter lining. Matthew Prior.

   2. That which is within.

   The lining of his coffers shall make coats
   To deck our soldiers for these Irish wars. William Shakespeare.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lining

   Lining is a material or substance that covers the inner surface of something to provide protection, insulation, or visual appeal. It is commonly used in clothing, bags, packaging, and construction to improve functionality or enhance aesthetics. It is often made of materials like fabric, plastic, or metal which are designed to resist specific kinds of damage such as heat, cold, or corrosion.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Lining

   of Line

2. Liningnoun

   the act of one who lines; the act or process of making lines, or of inserting a lining

3. Liningnoun

   that which covers the inner surface of anything, as of a garment or a box; also, the contents of anything

4. Etymology: [See Line to cover the in side.]

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Lining

   lī′ning, n. the cover of the inner surface of anything, contents.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lining

   A type of material or matter.

   The lining of the dress is silk and very beautiful.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on February 20, 2020  

Matched Categories

1. • Application
   • Insulation
   • Piece Of Cloth

Anagrams for lining »

1. lignin

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of lining in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of lining in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of lining in a Sentence

1. Greg Byrne:

   We're rivals on the field, but off it -- we face a common opponent : Covid, and now Omicron is lining up for a blitz.

2. Chief Warrant Officer Mike Durant:

   If Somalia doesn't happen, we aren't as ready for the war on terror, to me, that is the one silver lining to what happened. ... I truly believe it left us better prepared for the conflicts that we face today.

3. Jeff Bock:

   This summer will be a true test for Hollywood, one that will likely test the industry's might as well as their magic, if all goes well, folks will be lining up for blockbusters from May through Labor Day, but for studios and exhibitors to be truly successful, they'll not only need debuts that knock Labor Day out of the park but a string of victories week in and week out.

4. Dawn Porter:

   If there's any silver lining in Texas making such an egregiously unconstitutional law, it's that I think people have woken up and people are thinking you can't taking any rights for granted, you cannot sleep on your rights.

5. Jennifer Lavers:

   I think these studies of crab entrapment really validate and showcase the wildlife benefits of going and doing these cleanups, there is a silver lining that I hope it gives people the motivation and the reassurance that cleanups can be and are worthwhile.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=lining
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lining
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=lining
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lining
6. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=lining