linen

adjective

lin·en | \ ˈli-nən

Definition of linen

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : made of flax

2 : made of or resembling linen

linen

noun

Definition of linen (Entry 2 of 2)

1a : 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

Noun

She washes the linen every week.

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

At the start, white Brunello Cucinelli linen and fresh Apple Watch imprint. — Marisa Meltzer, Condé Nast Traveler, "The Latest Travel Trend? Super Sabbaticals," 24 Dec. 2018 Some of them, such as the 6080 Boutique Hotel and the X Miami tower, come fully furnished with beds, sofas, flat-screen TVs — even flatware and bed linens. — Rene Rodriguez, miamiherald, "How small can you go? These new Miami apartments want you to downsize and live large | Miami Herald," 23 Apr. 2018 Certain fabrics don't need ironing (like flannel) but if your sheets are made from linen or cotton, take the time. — Emma Bazilian, House Beautiful, "How a Professional Set Stylist Makes the Perfect Bed," 21 Feb. 2019 Easily add a pantry with a double-door tall cabinet, or opt for a style with glass doors and a few drawers to store your special occasion china and linens. — Jessica Dailey, Good Housekeeping, "Just Right," 11 Feb. 2019 Murray is worried about the light, since the low-ceiling room is painted a dark pink and crowded with baskets, ceramics, and linens. — Kyre Chenven, Condé Nast Traveler, "For Sardinia’s Wild Side, Head to Sulcis," 12 Oct. 2018 Gray walls use dirt-repellant wool felt—roll-up curtains included—and other trim options include oak and linen. The Lume Traveler’s kitchen is outside, accessed from a rear hatch like a teardrop trailer. — Megan Barber, Curbed, "Aluminum camper trailer features a convertible roof for star gazing," 13 Aug. 2018 Whether on the Atlantic or Pacific, Mediterranean or Baltic, opt for a white oxford or linen button-down rather than a graphic tee or tank top. — Tucker Westbrook, Town & Country, "14 Style Lessons I Learned From JFK," 5 July 2018 Striped pillows mingle with nubby throw blankets and linen sheets for the ultimate winter bed, while unexpected details like tassels and fringed edges give each element a thoughtful, finished look. — Jennifer Fernandez, House Beautiful, "A Joanna Gaines Bedding Line Is Coming To Target The Day After Christmas," 22 Dec. 2018

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