interlining

¹ American  

[in-ter-lahy-ning] / ˈɪn tərˌlaɪ nɪŋ /

noun

1. an inner lining placed between the ordinary lining and the outer fabric of a garment.

2. material, as cotton or wool, for this purpose.

3. lining and padding quilted together.

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interlining ² American  

[in-ter-lahy-ning] / ˌɪn tərˈlaɪ nɪŋ /

noun

1. something that is written or inserted between lines of writing or print.

2. such insertions collectively.

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interlining British  

/ ˈɪntəˌlaɪnɪŋ /

noun

1. the material used to interline parts of garments, now often made of reinforced paper

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Etymology

Origin of interlining¹

First recorded in 1880–85; interline ² + -ing ¹

Origin of interlining²

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at interline ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Airlines Norwegian Air and Wideroe have agreed to cooperate on the Norwegian domestic market and onward travel, including joint ticket and passenger interlining, the firms said on Tuesday.

From Reuters • Jul. 13, 2022

The cloth was faded, its pattern blurred, and the frayed cuff sprouted a fringe of broken threads where the interlining showed through.

From The New Yorker • Sep. 10, 2018

"We were looking at a lot of old 60s couture and paying attention to construction, interlining and ways to build a garment," he said.

From New York Times • Sep. 6, 2012

A lightweight, soft Fiberglas interlining for coats was announced by Owens-Corning Fiberglas Corp. to go into men's, women's & children's clothing this winter.

From Time Magazine Archive

He described the condition of the scalp which had been partially protected by the hat, thick as it was with a plush outside and a heavy interlining.

From The Girl at Central by Bonner, Geraldine