linen

/ˈlɪnən/
noun
  1. A fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant, used for clothing, bed sheets, and tablecloths.
    • She prefers linen shirts in the summer because they are light and breathable.
    • He ironed the linen tablecloth before the dinner party.
    • The hotel uses high-quality linen sheets on all its beds.
  2. Household items made from linen fabric, such as sheets, pillowcases, towels, and tablecloths.
    • The laundry service washes and presses hotel linen every day.
    • She folded the clean linen and put it in the closet.
    • We need to buy new linen for the guest bedroom.
adjective
  1. Made of linen fabric.
    • He bought a linen suit for the summer wedding.
    • She wore a beautiful linen dress to the garden party.
    • The restaurant uses linen napkins for special occasions.
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