Liner

/ˈlaɪnər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of ship or vessel designed for carrying passengers or goods, often used for long-distance travel.

The cruise liner was fully booked for the summer season.

A material used to line the inside of something, such as a container or a garment.

She chose a soft cotton liner for the jacket to make it more comfortable.

A person or thing that lines something.

The liner composed of foam helps protect the delicate items inside the box.

From the word ‘line’ with the suffix ‘-er’, indicating a person or thing that performs a function.

bulk liner

A large container used to transport bulk goods.

food liner

A material used to line food containers for preservation.

shipping liner

A company or vessel that provides shipping services.

line

A long, narrow mark or band.

liner notes

Written information about a music album, included with the record.

lining

The material that covers the inner surface of something.

A term used for someone who frequents a particular place or event.

He's a liner at that coffee shop every morning.

In some contexts, refers to a specific type of eyeliner used in makeup.

She always uses her favorite black liner for the perfect cat eye.