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Pronunciation: /lʌɪn/

Definition of line

[with object]

cover the inside surface of (a container or garment) with a layer of different material:a basket lined with polythene
form a layer on the inside surface of (an area); cover as if with a lining:hundreds of telegrams lined the walls

Phrases

line one's pocket: informal make money, especially by dishonest means: he had lined his pockets with office and campaign funds
line one's stomach: informal eat some food in preparation for a drinking session: it’s always best to line the stomach before a night out

late Middle English: from obsolete line 'flax', with reference to the common use of linen for linings

Definition of line in the US English dictionary

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