linen
noun/ˈlɪnən/
Frequency rank: #6,746 most common English word
Meaning
fabric made from flax fibers, often used for bedding, tablecloths, and clothing.
Example sentence
She spread fresh linen sheets on the bed before her guests arrived.
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