liner meaning and definition

LINER noun

Definition of liner (noun)

1. (baseball) a hit that flies straight out from the batter
   • "the batter hit a liner to the shortstop"
   • synonyms: line drive
2. a protective covering that protects an inside surface
   • synonyms: lining
3. a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment
   • synonyms: lining
4. a large commercial ship (especially one that carries passengers on a regular schedule)
   • synonyms: ocean liner