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Definition of "interlining" [in•ter•lin•ing]

  • An extra lining between the outer fabric and regular lining of a garment. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "interlining" in a sentence
  • "The evening gown, for instance, contains materials from six countries, including Japanese hanger loops, Swiss zippers, and German interlining, Mr. Jeenicke said."
  • "It was so dark that Sara guessed Tess had had a thick interlining put in the curtains."
  • "The fun part would be finding the right interfacing or interlining for the neckline . .."
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