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flaxen

 

[ หˆflaksษ™n ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

hair color

Flaxen refers to a pale yellow or light golden color, often used to describe hair that resembles the color of flax. It is a term commonly associated with individuals who have light blonde hair. Flaxen hair can appear almost white in bright light or sunlight, drawing comparisons to the golden hue of ripe wheat. The term is often used in literature and poetry to evoke imagery of softness and lightness.

Synonyms

blonde, golden, light-colored

Examples of usage

  • She wore her flaxen hair in loose waves.
  • The flaxen locks shimmered under the sun.
  • His flaxen beard gave him a youthful appearance.

Translations

Translations of the word "flaxen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น louro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เคคเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช blond

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pirang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะปะฐั‚ะธะฝะพะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ blond

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‡‘้ซช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท blond

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rubio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sarฤฑลŸฤฑn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธˆ๋ฐœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดู‚ุฑุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ blond

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ blond

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡‘่‰ฒ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ blond

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ljรณs

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐั€า“ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ—แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sarฤฑลŸฤฑn

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rubio

Word origin

The word 'flaxen' originates from the Old English term 'flax,' which refers to the plant from which linen is made. Flax fibers are soft and pale in color, mirroring the light golden attributes sometimes observed in flaxen hair. The term has been used since the 14th century and was primarily associated with the natural colors of flax plants. Over time, 'flaxen' transitioned from referring solely to the color of the plant to being applied metaphorically to describe similar hues in hair and other objects. In literature, the use of 'flaxen' evokes an image of delicacy and purity, often symbolizing innocence or youthfulness. As the English language evolved, 'flaxen' became a descriptive term that conveys beauty and lightness, commonly appearing in poetry, art, and fashion to highlight the allure of lighter shades.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,764, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.