Flax ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Flax ( noun )

1. A blue-flowered plant that is cultivated for its fiber and seeds, which yield linseed oil.
2. The fiber of this plant, used to make linen fabric.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english flæx, flaxen, perhaps of celtic origin.

Examples:

1. The flax plant is grown for its fiber and seeds.
2. Linen fabric is made from the fiber of the flax plant.
3. The flaxseed oil is used in cooking and cosmetic products.
4. The flax plant has blue flowers.
5. The flax industry was important in ancient times for producing linen cloth.

(As a verb)

Flax ( verb )

1. A blue-flowered plant that is cultivated for its fiber and seeds, which yield linseed oil.
2. The fiber of this plant, used to make linen fabric.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english flæx, flaxen, perhaps of celtic origin.

Examples:

1. The flax plant is grown for its fiber and seeds.
2. Linen fabric is made from the fiber of the flax plant.
3. The flaxseed oil is used in cooking and cosmetic products.
4. The flax plant has blue flowers.
5. The flax industry was important in ancient times for producing linen cloth.