Synonyms for

Liner

Verb / ˈlaɪnɜ: / Another word for liner — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a piece of material that is used to line or cover the inside of something

Synonyms & similar words

linedrive lining oceanliner coating cover layer overlay padding panel plating sheath shield skin surface veil wrap inlay interlining backing filler lining

Synonyms by register

Formal

vessel craft ship transport

Informal

boat ferry cruiser

Literary

ark galleon clipper

Antonyms

outsider stranger foreigner visitor guest newcomer

Common collocations

  • cruise liner
  • ocean liner
  • passenger liner
  • cargo liner
  • fishing liner
  • space liner
  • liner notes

Word family

noun liner
verb line
adjective linear
adverb linearly

Usage note

Primarily refers to a large passenger ship. 'Liner notes' refers to the text accompanying a music album.

Example sentences

  1. I need to buy a new liner for my flower pot.
  2. The cake pan needs a liner before baking.
  3. The pool had a liner with a pretty pattern on it.
  4. The jacket had a liner to keep me warm.
  5. The trash can had a plastic liner.

Quotes

  • The liner, which was carrying 2,224 passengers and crew, hit the iceberg and sank in just two and a half hours.
  • She never mastered the art of applying eyeliner, but she never gave up either.
  • The liner sailed into the harbor with a full cargo.

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