Difference between Muslin and Linen

What is the difference between Muslin and Linen?

Muslin as a noun is (textile) any of several varieties of thin cotton cloth. while Linen as a noun is (uncountable) thread or cloth made from flax fiber.

Muslin

Part of speech: noun

Definition: (textile) Any of several varieties of thin cotton cloth. Fabric made of cotton, flax (linen), hemp, or silk, finely or coarsely woven. A term used for a wide variety of tightly-woven thin fabrics, especially those used for bedlinen. Woven cotton or linen fabrics, especially when used for items other than garments. A dressmaker's pattern made from inexpensive cloth.

Linen

Part of speech: noun

Definition: (uncountable) Thread or cloth made from flax fiber.Domestic textiles, such as tablecloths, bedding, towels, under clothes, etc., that are made of linen or linen-like fabrics of cotton or other fibers; linens.(colour) A light beige colour, like that of linen cloth undyed.

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