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flaxen

[ˈflæksən]

flaxen Definition

  • 1pale yellow color resembling that of flax
  • 2made of or resembling flax

Using flaxen: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flaxen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Her hair was a beautiful shade of flaxen.

  • Example

    The curtains were made of flaxen fabric.

  • Example

    He wore a flaxen shirt to match his blonde hair.

flaxen Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flaxen

Phrases with flaxen

  • flaxen-haired

    having pale yellow hair resembling that of flax

    Example

    The little girl with flaxen-haired braids ran through the field.

  • a type of thread made from flax fibers

    Example

    She used flaxen thread to sew the delicate lace trim.

  • a type of rope made from flax fibers

    Example

    The sailors used flaxen rope to secure the sails.

Origins of flaxen

from Old English 'fleaxen', meaning 'made of flax'

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Summary: flaxen in Brief

'Flaxen' [ˈflæksən] is an adjective used to describe a pale yellow color resembling that of flax, or something made of or resembling flax. It can be used to describe hair, fabric, or other materials, as in 'Her hair was a beautiful shade of flaxen.' 'Flaxen' can also refer to specific items like 'flaxen thread' or 'flaxen rope.'