Definitions
01a large ship
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. a very large ship used for carrying many passengers across the ocean.
n. a large commercial passenger ship, especially one operating on a regular scheduled route.
“The luxury liner sailed across the Atlantic in just five days.”
“The golden age of the ocean liner saw massive vessels competing for the Blue Riband, a trophy awarded for the fastest transatlantic crossing.”
Synonyms
02a protective layer
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. a layer of material placed inside something to protect it or keep it clean.
n. a removable or permanent internal lining designed to protect the outer structure or contain contents.
日本語:裏地、ライナー※
“You should put a plastic liner in the bin to make it easier to empty.”
“The technician replaced the cylinder liner to ensure the internal combustion engine maintained optimal compression during operation.”
03makeup
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. a type of makeup used to draw a line around the eyes or lips.
n. a cosmetic preparation, such as eyeliner or lipliner, applied to define the contours of the eyes or mouth.
“She used a black liner to make her eyes look more dramatic for the party.”
“The makeup artist recommended a waterproof liner to prevent smudging during the long outdoor photo shoot.”
Synonyms
04in compounds
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. used with a number to describe how many lines a joke or a story has.
n. used in combination to denote an item, typically a joke or a written piece, consisting of a specified number of lines.
“He is famous for his funny one-liners that make everyone laugh instantly.”
“The comedian's set was comprised entirely of rapid-fire one-liners, leaving the audience little time to recover between jokes.”
05baseball
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Sports American English
n. a ball that is hit very hard and low in a straight line.
n. a batted ball that travels low and fast in a line nearly parallel to the ground.
“The batter hit a sharp liner right to the shortstop.”
“The pitcher narrowly avoided the liner, which screamed past his ear at over a hundred miles per hour.”
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“They “were in a bin liner … inside was a clear plastic evidence bag”, she said.” Etymology
From line (verb) + -er.
From line (noun) + -er (relational suffix) or -er (measurement suffix) (sense 5).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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