A plant of the genus Linum, especially Linum usitatissimum, which has a single, slender stalk, about a foot and a half high, with blue flowers. Also known as linseed, especially when referring to the seeds.
The flax bush, a plant of the genus Phormium, native to New Zealand, with strap-like leaves up to 3 metres long that grow in clumps.
The fibers of Linum usitatissimum, grown to make linen and related textiles.
A state of agitation.
The foam made by rapidly stirring soap and water.
Foam from profuse sweating, as of a horse.
To form lather or froth, as a horse does when profusely sweating.
To cover with lather.
To beat or whip.