Line with Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To cover the inside surface of something with a material, or to arrange things to align with something else.
Usage & Nuances
Can mean physically covering ("line the box with paper") or arranging objects along something ("line up with"). Typically used in instructions or when describing spatial arrangements. Don’t confuse with "in line with" (meaning 'in agreement with').
Example Sentences
Please line the pan with baking paper before pouring in the batter.
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She lined the drawer with fabric to keep it clean.
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The street was lined with trees.
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We decided to line the picnic basket with a towel to keep the food warm.
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If you line your shoes with newspaper, it helps absorb moisture.
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The walls of the room were lined with old photographs from floor to ceiling.
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