unlined

adjective

un·​lined ˌən-ˈlīnd How to pronounce unlined (audio)
: not lined: such as
a
: not marked with lines
unlined paper
a smooth, unlined face
b
: not having a lining or liner
an unlined coat
unlined fish ponds

Examples of unlined in a Sentence

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The district’s hundreds of miles of open, unlined waterways rely on gravity to push huge volumes out of the river and propel the water that ends up on fields more than 30 miles away. Emily Cureton Cook, ProPublica, 26 June 2026 Made of supple Italian leather, this unlined tote boasts a soft suede interior and comes with a large detachable zipper pouch that doubles as a wallet. Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Dining rooms, living rooms, and kitchens are better suited for lighter, unlined linens or sheer panels that filter light while still adding texture to the space, the window treatment pro says. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 Softness extends also in shoes, particularly in the unlined loafers at Church’s and Santoni. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unlined

Word History

First Known Use

1516, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unlined was in 1516

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“Unlined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unlined. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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