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
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First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same yearDefinition of linen
1 a
: cloth made of flax and noted for its strength, coolness, and luster
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: 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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Whereas other beach hotels might feature a swell of rattan pieces, sea-blue art, and white linens, Hotel Californian favors graphic wallpapers, gold snake sconces, and emerald green club chairs.
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This makes linen and cotton the best fabrics to invest in when the temperature is rising.
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Over tables laid with steely gray-colored linens, guests dined on a supper of bass fillets artfully adorned with squash blossoms.
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Other materials include jersey, cotton linen and some stretch pieces.
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The special offer includes a private sleeping room with a window, fresh linens and towels, all meals on-board the train, priority boarding, and access to private in-station lounges where available.
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Sure, some of us guests hanker for the bone china and starched white linen.
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The Shelter Dog Bed Project will be there collecting donations of clean linens.
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Rest easy after an adventurous day with a soak in a freestanding claw tub and a good night’s rest in a king size bed with luxurious linens.
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First Known Use of linen
14th century
LINEN Defined for English Language Learners
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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
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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