DictionarylineCover the inside
verb

line

To cover the inside surface of something with a layer.

The baker lines the pan with a sheet of parchment.

Etymology

The verb was associated with providing an inner layer of linen. It broadened beyond that fabric to covering an interior with any suitable material.

More examples

  • They lined the coat with soft wool.
  • She is lining the drawer with clean paper.
  • The wooden box was lined with velvet.

Forms

line · lines · lined · lining

Similar words

cover
Does not specify that the layer goes inside something.
coat
Coat can cover any surface rather than specifically the inside.