linened

Linene d is an English descriptor used for objects that are either made from linen fabric or finished with a linen lining. The term appears in fashion catalogs, antique inventories, and textile descriptions. It is formed from linen, the fiber derived from the flax plant, with the -ed suffix that creates past participles and adjectives in English. In practice, "linened" can indicate that a garment or household item is made of linen, or that its interior lining is linen.

There are nuances in usage. "Linen" typically denotes the fabric itself, while "linen-lined" emphasizes the interior lining. "Linened" is comparatively rare in contemporary usage and more common in older texts or specialized catalogs. When used for upholstery or draperies, "linened" often signals a linen exterior or a linen lining rather than a synthetic or other fabric.

Common usages include linened shirts or dresses, linened curtains, or linened upholstery. Historically, linen has been used for outer garments in warm climates and for inner linings in more formal attire due to its cool, breathable properties. The term "linened" may appear in vintage or antique item descriptions where precise material specification matters.

See also: linen, textile terminology, fabric composition, lining.