noun
linens
Linens (noun) means Household textiles such as bed sheets, tablecloths, and towels. Example: “The hotel replaces the linens every day.”
noun
1
Household textiles such as bed sheets, tablecloths, and towels.
"The hotel replaces the linens every day."
2
(informal) Underwear.
"He packed a fresh set of linens for the trip."
How to use linens
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBed and table textiles collectively — sheets, towels, tablecloths and the like.
Common pairings
fresh linens
linen closet
change the linens
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What does “linens” mean?
The word “linens” means household textiles such as bed sheets, tablecloths, and towels. In plain terms, bed and table textiles collectively — sheets, towels, tablecloths and the like.
How do you use “linens” in a sentence?
Here is “linens” used in a sentence: “The hotel replaces the linens every day.”
What part of speech is “linens”?
“Linens” is a noun.
How many meanings does “linens” have?
“Linens” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: household textiles such as bed sheets, tablecloths, and towels.
