Linen

/ˈlɪn.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A cloth woven from fibers of the flax plant, used for clothing, tablecloths, bed sheets, and other household items.

The table was elegantly set with linen napkins and a beautiful tablecloth.

Household items made of linen, such as sheets and towels.

She bought new linen for her guest room to make it more inviting.

A fine, durable fabric made from flax, known for its coolness and freshness in hot weather.

He preferred to wear linen shirts during the summer for their breathability.

adjective

Made of linen; relating to linen fabric.

She wore a lovely linen dress to the picnic, perfect for the warm day.

From Middle English 'linnen', from Old English 'līnen', from 'līn' (flax).

linen closet

A storage space for linens.

linen suit

A suit made from linen fabric.

bed linen

Bedding items such as sheets and pillowcases.

flax

The plant that linen is made from.

textile

A type of woven fabric.

fabric

Material made from fibers.

To be very clean or neat.

She really linened up her room for the party.