lining

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[ lahy-ning ]
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noun
  1. something that is used to line another thing; a layer of material on the inner side or surface of something.

  2. Bookbinding. the material used to strengthen the back of a book after the sheets have been folded, backed, and sewed.

  1. the act or process of lining something.

Origin of lining

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First recorded in 1375–1425, lining is from the late Middle English word lynyng.See line2, -ing1

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Other definitions for lining (2 of 2)

lining2
[ lahy-ning ]

noun
  1. the act of marking or ornamenting a surface with lines.

  2. a design or ornamentation composed of lines.

  1. Printing. a system of designing type so that all characters of the same point size, regardless of font, will align with one another.

Origin of lining

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First recorded in 1565–75; line1 + -ing1

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How to use lining in a sentence

  • "It will go through, if I live," calmly replied Harry, as he carefully concealed the message in the lining of his coat.

  • When pure and of close hard grain it is used as a refractory for lining furnaces, especially those designed for anthracite.

    Asbestos | Robert H. Jones
  • He was referring to the value of asbestos millboard as a lining for fireproof cases and deed boxes.

    Asbestos | Robert H. Jones
  • Against the restless alders turning their white lining to the storm the house looked singularly desolate.

    Summer | Edith Wharton
  • It has one advantage—the lining does not require to be taken out, and it only requires a little trouble.

British Dictionary definitions for lining

lining

/ (ˈlaɪnɪŋ) /


noun
    • material used to line a garment, curtain, etc

    • (as modifier): lining satin

  1. a material, such as mull or brown paper, used to strengthen the back of a book

  1. civil engineering a layer of concrete, brick, or timber, etc, used in canals to prevent them leaking or in tunnels or shafts to prevent them falling in

  2. any material used as an interior covering

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Other Idioms and Phrases with lining

lining

see silver lining.

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