table linen

noun

: linen (such as tablecloths and napkins) for the table

Examples of table linen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In addition to visiting children and writing books, Markle is reportedly hard at work on a new business, American Riviera Orchard, which will (or might) sell everything from table linens to makeup. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2024 Decorate a simple space with warm plaid table linens, charming serveware and versatile outdoor furniture. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 10 May 2023 The table linens and napkins have been sent to the cleaner and laid out on the tables. Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2024 Bring in more gold touches with your centerpiece or table linens. Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Dec. 2023 Diners will have views of the open kitchen, and of the shelves of kitchenware and ingredients, some for sale, like olive oil, homemade jams and colorful Japanese table linens. New York Times, 17 Oct. 2023 Those colors will guide all your other decor decisions, from invitations to floral arrangements and table linens. Molly Miller, House Beautiful, 29 July 2023 In designer Bunny Williams's home, table linens and serving pieces get special treatment in a large storage space of their own. Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 14 July 2023 There's also a range of stylish serving trays, table linens and decorative bowls. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 29 June 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of table linen was in the 15th century

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“Table linen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/table%20linen. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.

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