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bast the strong fibrous outer layer of certain plant stems, such as flax or hemp, consisting of phloem tissue, and used in manufacturing cordage or woven goods. [1/2 definitions]
canvas heavy, tightly woven cloth, usu. of flax, hemp, or cotton, used for making sails, tents, and protective coverings. [1/3 definitions]
flaxen pertaining to, made of, or resembling flax. [2 definitions]
flaxseed the seed of flax, from which linseed oil is made.
flaxy like flax in texture.
fustian a thick fabric of cotton, cotton and flax, or cotton and wool, with a short pile. [1/5 definitions]
linen cloth, yarn, or thread made from flax. [1/3 definitions]
linseed the seed of the flax plant, esp. when used as a source of oil.
ramie a fiber similar to flax or cotton, harvested from a woody Asian plant, or the plant from which this fiber is derived.
ret to moisten or soak (flax or hemp) in water in order to separate the fibers.
sackcloth a rough, coarsely woven material made of hemp, jute, flax, or the like, often used in making sacks. [1/2 definitions]
swingle a wooden knifelike tool, used to clean flax or hemp. [2 definitions]
thread a fine strand of spun fiber such as cotton or flax, usu. composed of two or more filaments twisted together and used in sewing, weaving, and the like. [1/12 definitions]
tow2 short, coarse, broken fibers of flax, hemp, or jute prepared for spinning into yarn, twine, or the like. [1/3 definitions]