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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lining

/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does lining mean?

noun, verb

A layer of material, such as fabric or paper, used to line something, or the act of doing this. A strip of material used to line a pocket or a seam.

Example

"The tailor carefully applied the lining to the inside of the jacket."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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