LINING Synonyms: 93 Similar and Opposite Words

lining 1 of 2

noun

Definition of lining

as in packing

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lining

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verb

present participle of line

as in aligning

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as in surrounding

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Recent Examples of lining

Noun

Popo would lick her cone ever so gracefully, never dripping or messing up the lining of her magenta lipstick. — Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026 The reason progestogen is recommended in women with a uterus is because estrogen can stimulate growth of the uterine lining and increase the risk of endometrial cancer. — Shannon Firth, NPR, 16 Oct. 2026 The boots feature a plush wool-blend lining, a water-repellent sheepskin upper, and an outsole designed for better traction, durability, and comfort. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2026 The changes could benefit the intestinal lining and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria. — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lining

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Noun

Dealers will be allowed to bring packing crates into the Grand Palais after the fair closes Friday, but no one will be permitted inside on Saturday, sources said.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Pack smarter and travel happier with a set of three packing cubes in beautiful, coordinating Indigo patterns to keep clothes, shoes, accessories and travel items organized and easy to find.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of packing

Verb

On a lesser show, Lee would have thrown Dale a meaningful look, baffled that the material world was aligning with the woo-woo.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026
But as Cathy moves through life and eventually into her role as a brothel owner (when she is known as Kate), makeup becomes increasingly accessible, aligning with her character arc.

— Katie Gunderman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of aligning

Verb

Also excluded from the map are the University of Kansas Medical Center and the surrounding corner of Wyandotte County alongside existing STAR bond districts for other projects.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
The third-quarter earnings season is gaining momentum, with investors closely watching corporate outlooks amid rising costs and uncertainty surrounding artificial intelligence spending.

— Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of surrounding

Noun

Room darkening or blackout lining will often give you the most structure and, in some cases, an additional interlining is added to improve the tailored look of the drape of the fabric.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
The French interlining firm shared plans to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 46 percent by 2030, as the nucleus of the plan centers around reducing the company’s carbon footprint.

— Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019

Definition of interlining

Verb

The individual plaintiffs join the three news outlets in filing a First Amendment lawsuit against the administration.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 26 Oct. 2026
Increasing the time for filing a complaint would be an update to the Congressional Accountability Act, which requires Congress to follow many of the same employment laws that apply to the private sector.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of filing

Verb

Each petal serves both structural and aesthetic purposes, enclosing a vast central hall that can accommodate up to 2,500 worshippers.

— Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
Nearby is The Birth, 2026, a ziggurat partly woven from bags of fertilizer, enclosing a film installation about the assembly of drones, shot in Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

— Pablo Larios, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of enclosing

Noun

Traditional liners add warmth without the bulk of a heavier coat, and many feature the distinctive curved stitching known as onion quilting, a detail that still shows up in current outerwear.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
Liner jackets, known for their lightweight construction and distinctive quilting, have made their way from military surplus stores into modern wardrobes and designer collections.

— Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of quilting

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