Meaning & use
linen
A strong, light fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant, or household items made from it.
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She wore a crisp linen dress that kept her cool in the summer heat.
We changed the bed linen before our houseguests arrived for the weekend.
A note on using this word
Linen also refers collectively to sheets, tablecloths, and towels, even when made of cotton rather than flax.
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