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    Laine (en. Wool)

    /lɛn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Textile fibers coming from the fleece of animals, primarily sheep.
    Wool is used to make sweaters and blankets.
    La laine est utilisée pour fabriquer des pulls et des couvertures.
    Fabric made of wool.
    She bought a wool coat for winter.
    Elle a acheté un manteau en laine pour l'hiver.
    Insulating property of wool.
    Wool retains heat, which is ideal for cold temperatures.
    La laine garde la chaleur, ce qui est idéal pour les températures froides.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lana' meaning 'wool'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in wool
    using wool
    à la laine
    made of wool
    made of wool
    de laine
    to wrap oneself in wool
    to enclose oneself in a cocoon of comfort
    se mettre dans la laine

    Related Words

    sheep
    Animal from which wool is generally sourced.
    mouton
    knitting
    Technique for making woolen clothing.
    tricot
    yarn
    Spun wool fiber.
    fil

    Slang Meanings

    To have money
    He has plenty of wool in his bank account.
    Il a plein de laine sur son compte en banque.
    To stay warm
    I wrap myself in my wool when it's cold.
    Je m'enroule dans ma laine quand il fait froid.