Definition of linen
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:made of flax
2
:made of or resembling linen
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Origin and Etymology of linen
Middle English, from Old English līnen, from līn flax, from Latin linum flax; akin to Greek linon flax, thread
Definition of linen
1 a
:cloth made of flax and noted for its strength, coolness, and luster
b
:thread or yarn spun from flax
2
:clothing or household articles made of linen cloth or similar fabric
3
:paper made from linen fibers or with a linen finish
Examples of linen in a Sentence
She washes the linen every week.
Recent Examples of linen from the Web
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The new Ted Brennan's Decatur feels grand, with its rows of chandeliers, linen on the tables and waiters flaming orders of bananas Foster and crepes Fitzgerald.
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And bedding that's cotton and linen, topped with quilts made by local women.
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For handmade ties, go to Talarico, and choose from four styles in fabrics including standard silk, linen, wool, and jersey knit.
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Fieldcrest, a maker of linens and other home products, is now the Pillowtex Corp.
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This chic space (like its sister shop in Manhattan's SoHo) boasts tons of breezy silk tanks, linen dresses and loads upon loads of great denim.
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Ceilings soar, dotted with modern artwork, and spacious tables dressed in white linen hold bottles of glistening olive oil, beefy tomatoes and whole lemons.
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Bidders can win registration for six people (including tables, linens, and chairs) and secure their early spot for the event — with all proceeds to benefit the Fairmount Park Conservancy.
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Why not reduce clutter and store your roll stockpile in a linen closet or in the garage?
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First Known Use of linen
14th century
LINEN Defined for English Language Learners
linen
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Definition of linen for English Language Learners
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: a smooth, strong cloth made from flax
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: tablecloths, sheets, etc., made of linen or a similar cloth
LINEN Defined for Kids
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Definition of linen for Students
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:smooth strong cloth or yarn made from flax
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:household articles (as tablecloths or sheets) or clothing that were once often made of linen
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