Linen: meaning, definitions and examples

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linen

 

[ หˆlษชn.ษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

textile fabric

Linen is a textile made from the fibers of the flax plant. It is known for its exceptional coolness and freshness in hot weather, making it a popular choice for clothing and home textiles.

Synonyms

cloth, fabric, flax

Examples of usage

  • Linen sheets are perfect for summer because of their breathability.
  • She prefers to wear linen dresses during the warm months.
Context #2 | Noun

tablecloth

A linen is also a piece of cloth used as a tablecloth, typically white or cream in color.

Synonyms

covering, napkin, tablecloth

Examples of usage

  • She spread a fresh linen on the dining table for the dinner party.
  • The restaurant used crisp white linens on the tables for an elegant touch.
Context #3 | Noun

bedding

In the context of bedding, linen refers to bed sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers made from linen fabric.

Synonyms

bed linens, bedclothes, bedding

Examples of usage

  • She invested in linen bedding for its softness and durability.
  • The hotel provided luxurious linen for a comfortable night's sleep.

Translations

Translations of the word "linen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น linho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Leinen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ linen

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปัŒะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ len

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท keten

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฆฌ๋„จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูƒุชุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ len

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤพan

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบš้บปๅธƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทั‹า“ั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™tan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lino

Word origin

The word 'linen' has its origins in the Old English word 'linon', which came from the Latin word 'linum' meaning 'flax'. Flax has been cultivated for thousands of years, and linen fabric has been used for clothing, bedding, and other textiles since ancient times. Linen was particularly valued for its coolness and freshness in hot climates, making it a staple material in many cultures throughout history.

See also: delineate, line, lineage, lineal, linear, lineated, lined, lines, lineup, lining, online, outline, rectilinear, underline, underlining.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,803 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.