Lined

/laɪnd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Past tense of line; to mark with lines or provide with a lining.
The walls of the cave were lined with ancient carvings.
To edge or border something.
The garden was lined with beautiful flowers.
adjective
Having lines, especially in a specific pattern or arrangement.
The artist used a lined paper to create intricate sketches.
Marked by lines or stripes.
She wore a lined dress that emphasized her figure.

Etymology

From the verb 'line' which means to mark with lines or to cover with a lining.

Common Phrases and Expressions

line up
to arrange in a line.
in line with
consistent with something.

Related Words

line
a long, narrow mark or band.
lining
a material or substance used to cover the inner surface of something.

Slang Meanings

to be excited or ready for something.
I'm lined for the concert this weekend!
to have a lot of something, often used with money.
He's really lined with cash since he got that promotion.