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lining

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈlaɪnɪŋ/

lining means: A layer that covers the inside of a piece of clothing, container, or body part.

noun

INNER COVERINGB2

A layer that covers the inside of a piece of clothing, container, or body part.

  • The coat has a warm lining.
  • The lining of my bag has torn.
  • The medicine can irritate the stomach lining.

Similar words: inner layer

Common phrases: coat lining, stomach lining, inner lining

COVERING MATERIALC1

Material used to cover the inside of clothing or another object.

  • I bought lining for the jacket.
  • This silk makes excellent lining for a winter coat.
  • How much lining will you need for the dress?

Similar words: lining material

Common phrases: lining fabric, silk lining, buy lining

ADDING INNER COVERINGC2

The work of attaching a layer to the inside of something.

  • The lining of the coat took hours.
  • Pipe lining will begin after the inspection.
  • Careful lining gives the bag a neat interior.

Common phrases: lining of something, lining a coat, tunnel lining

Questions about lining

What does lining mean?

A layer that covers the inside of a piece of clothing, container, or body part.

What is lining in other languages?

Türkçe: astar · Español: forro · Français: doublure · Deutsch: Futter · Italiano: fodera · 日本語: 裏地

How do you pronounce lining?

It is pronounced /ˈlaɪnɪŋ/.

How do you use lining in a sentence?

The coat has a warm lining. The lining of my bag has torn.

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