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linenfold in American English (ˈlɪnənˌfould) nounan ornamental motif resembling folded linen, carved on paneling Also called: linen pattern Word origin [1890–95; linen + fold1]Examples of 'linenfold' in a sentencelinenfold Tudor linenfold panelling - wood carved to imitate folded cloth - had conveniently plain bottom edges.Instead, you're lured left down a passage with elaborately carved linenfold panelling, opening into thedining room and modest kitchen.The extensive linenfold panelling in the drawing room, all in mint condition, must also be a later import.Some of the rooms have floors with fine linenfold panelling, all covered over by the paint of successive tenants. |