(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 0:53:57

Lin"ing (?), n. [See Line to cover the in side.]

1.

The act of one who lines; the act or process of making lines, or of inserting a lining.

2.

That which covers the inner surface of anything, as of a garment or a box; also, the contents of anything.

The lining of his coffers shall make coats To deck our soldiers. Shak.

 

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