replace lining

[/rɪˈpleɪs ˈlaɪnɪŋ/]
verb phrase
substituir o forro
1. to remove and install a new inner layer of material in a garment, container, or object
I need to replace the lining of my jacket because it's torn.
Preciso substituir o forro da minha jaqueta porque está rasgado.
2. to change the interior covering or surface layer of something
The tailor will replace the lining in your coat for a better finish.
O alfaiate vai substituir o forro do seu casaco para um acabamento melhor.
3. in automotive or industrial contexts, to install new interior coating or material
We need to replace the lining of the brake pads.
Precisamos substituir o forro das pastilhas de freio.
In Brazil and Portugal, this phrase is commonly used in tailoring and automotive contexts. Brazilian tailors (alfaiates) frequently perform lining replacements on jackets and coats. In the USA, this is standard automotive and garment industry terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
relinechange liningput in new liningreface
Antonyms / Antônimos
keep liningmaintain lining

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
substituir o forro
most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
trocar o forro
informal alternative using 'trocar' (to exchange)
Rio de Janeiro
refazer o forro
less common, emphasizes redoing the lining
Portugal
substituir o forro
same as Brazilian Portuguese; 'trocar o forro' also used informally

Related Words

liningtailoralterationfabricgarment repairinterior coating

Related Idioms & Phrases

replace the lining of a jacket
replace brake lining
replace the lining of a bag
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