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interlining
1[ in-ter-lahy-ning ]
/ ˈɪn tərˌlaɪ nɪŋ /
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noun
an inner lining placed between the ordinary lining and the outer fabric of a garment.
material, as cotton or wool, for this purpose.
lining and padding quilted together.
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Origin of interlining
1First recorded in 1880–85; interline2 + -ing1
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Other definitions for interlining (2 of 2)
interlining2
[ in-ter-lahy-ning ]
/ ˌɪn tərˈlaɪ nɪŋ /
noun
something that is written or inserted between lines of writing or print.
such insertions collectively.
Origin of interlining
2late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at interline1, -ing1
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British Dictionary definitions for interlining
interlining
/ (ˈɪntəˌlaɪnɪŋ) /
noun
the material used to interline parts of garments, now often made of reinforced paper
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