lin — meaning in English

English meaning

• flax noun A slender plant grown for its fibers (used to make linen) and its seeds (linseed).
• linen noun A strong, cool fabric woven from flax fibers.

Senses

lin is used for these senses in English:

• linen (uncountable) Thread or cloth made from flax fiber.

flax — full definition

1. noun A slender plant grown for its fibers (used to make linen) and its seeds (linseed).
2. noun The fibers from this plant, spun into linen thread and cloth.

linen — full definition

1. noun A strong, cool fabric woven from flax fibers.
2. noun Household textiles such as sheets, tablecloths, and towels, whether or not actually made of linen.
3. adj Made of linen, or having its pale beige color.

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