Flax (Noun)
Meaning 1
Fiber of the flax plant that is made into thread and woven into linen fabric.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The sheets were made from soft, breathable flax, perfect for warm summer nights.
- She learned to spin flax into thread and weave it into linen fabric in her textile class.
- The demand for flax has been increasing in recent years due to its durability and eco-friendliness.
- After scouring and retting, the flax is ready to be broken and spun into yarn.
- Using flax in traditional clothing provides both comfort and quality.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Plant of the genus Linum that is cultivated for its seeds and for the fibers of its stem.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.