linge

Definitions of linge
  1. noun
    white goods or clothing made with linen cloth
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    linge de bain
    linens for use in the bathroom
    draps
    linen or cotton articles for a bed (as sheets and pillowcases)
    linge de table
    linens for the dining table
    drap de bain, serviette de bain
    a large towel; to dry yourself after a bath
    taie, taie d'oreiller
    bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow
    bavoir, serviette
    a small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing
    dessous-de-bouteille, dessous-de-verre, rond de plat
    a mat serving as table linen for an individual place setting
    drap
    bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs
    nappe, tapis de table
    a covering spread over a dining table
    gant de toilette
    bath linen consisting of a piece of cloth used to wash the face and body
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    blanc
    drygoods for household use that are typically made of white cloth
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