noun
lawn
A fine, lightweight linen or cotton fabric.
She chooses cotton lawn for a light, comfortable summer blouse.
Etymology
The textile name is traditionally connected with Laon, a French town associated with linen manufacture. It names the fine fabric rather than a grassy area.
More examples
- The baby's dress is made of soft white lawn.
- This printed lawn feels smooth against the skin.
- Use a fine needle when sewing linen lawn.
Similar words
- batiste
- A closely overlapping term for fine cotton or linen fabric.
- voile
- A lightweight fabric with a more open, sheer weave.