linen

BrE /ˈlɪnən/ AmE /ˈlɪnən/

noun en → es

1 TEXTILE B2

a strong, white fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant

lino

Collocations linen sheets · linen tablecloths

  • She bought some new linen for the kitchen.

    Compró lino nuevo para la cocina.

2 HOUSEHOLD B1

clothes, sheets, towels, etc. made from linen or similar materials

enjuague de lino, toallas de lino

Collocations linen cupboard · linen closet

  • The linen was neatly folded and stored.

    El enjuague de lino estaba doblado y guardado con orden.