linotype
- n a typesetting machine operated from a keyboard that casts an entire line as a single slug of metal
linotype machine
- n a typesetting machine operated from a keyboard that casts an entire line as a single slug of metal
linseed oil
- n a drying oil extracted from flax seed and used in making such things as oil paints
linsey-woolsey
- n a rough fabric of linen warp and wool or cotton woof
linstock
- n a stick about a meter long with a point on one end (to stick in the ground) and a forked head on the other end (to hold a lighted match); formerly used to fire cannons
lint
- n fine ravellings of cotton or linen fibers
- n cotton or linen fabric with the nap raised on one side; used to dress wounds
lintel
- n horizontal beam used as a finishing piece over a door or window
lintwhite
- n small Old World finch whose male has a red breast and forehead