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lining

lining

Meaning of lining

inner layer

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British English/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/
American English/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/
Russian transcription[pɐdˈkladkə]
lining
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lining with Russian translation

lining usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

В подкладке сумки есть маленький карман для монет.

The handbag's lining has a small pocket for coins.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Он зашил подкладку пальто там, где она порвалась.

He repaired the coat lining where it had torn.

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lining belongs to the topic "Colors and Materials". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

liningподкладка
shirtрубашка
skirtюбка
pantsбрюки
trousersбрюки
jeansджинсы
shortsшорты

lining synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between lining / padding / interlining / backing / underlay

P
🇬🇧English
padding

Refers to cushioning material used for padding or protection, not just a lining.

A1Often

The jacket has extra padding at the shoulders.

I
🇬🇧English
interlining

A specific layer placed between outer fabric and lining (often to add shape or stiffness).

A2Rarely

The coat uses interlining to keep its shape.

B
🇬🇧English
backing

A supportive or reinforcing layer attached to the back of a material (e.g., fabric, paper).

A2Often

The quilt has a cotton backing.

U
🇬🇧English
underlay

An underlayer used beneath flooring, carpets or fabrics; common in construction and carpeting.

A2Often

Lay the underlay before fitting the carpet.

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How to pronounce lining and what this word means

lining means lining. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce lining

/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/

lining translation

lining

lining examples

The handbag's lining has a small pocket for coins.

lining transcription

/ˈlaɪnɪŋ/, /ˈlaɪnɪŋ/

Questions about this word

lining meaning: what does it mean?

inner layer

lining pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

lining is pronounced as /ˈlaɪnɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

lining definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The handbag's lining has a small pocket for coins. Translation: В подкладке сумки есть маленький карман для монет.

Is lining part of Colors and Materials vocabulary?

Yes, lining can be learned in the Colors and Materials topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is lining part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?

Yes, lining can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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