linen

Meanings

• noun

  A smooth, light, and naturally wrinkle-resistant fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant.

  - "She wore a beautiful linen dress for the summer party."
  - "The tablecloth was made of high-quality linen."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈlɪnɪn/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=195410"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with linen
widen , hiden , shiden

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Variants

List of all variants of linen that leads to same result
linen , linens , table linen , table linens , dirty laundry , dirty linen , bed linen , bed linen(s) , bed linens

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Etymology

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The word 'linen' comes from the Old English word 'linen' or 'linnen', which means 'made of flax'.

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Trivia

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1. Linens were once considered a luxury item due to the time and effort required to grow and process the flax plant.

2. In ancient Egypt, linen was used to make mummies' wrappings due to its ability to preserve the body.

3. Linens are absorbent and can hold up to 20% of their weight in water, making them ideal for use in hot climates.

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Related Concepts

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1. Flax: A plant from which linen is derived. The fibers of the flax plant are used to make linen fabric.

2. Linen fabric: A fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant. It is known for its smooth texture, natural wrinkle resistance, and breathability.

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Culture

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Linens have been used for clothing and household textiles for thousands of years, particularly in warm climates. In literature, linen is often associated with summer, freshness, and elegance.

How to Memorize "linen"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bolt of smooth, light fabric made from the fibers of a flax plant. Visualize the texture and color of the fabric.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'linen' with summer, freshness, and elegance. Think of a beautiful linen dress or tablecloth.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Linens are light and luscious' to remember the meaning of 'linen'.

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