Definitions for Linoleum
lɪˈnoʊ li əmlinoleum

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. linoleum, linonoun

   a floor covering

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. linoleumnoun

   An inexpensive waterproof covering used especially for floors, made from solidified linseed oil over a burlap or canvas backing, or from its modern replacement, polyvinyl chloride.

2. Etymology: Coined c. 1864 by inventor, from linum + oleum. Used as a trade name but never registered as a trademark, it was the first product whose name was ruled to be genericized.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Linoleum

   Linoleum, sometimes shortened to lino, is a floor covering made from materials such as solidified linseed oil (linoxyn), pine resin, ground cork dust, sawdust, and mineral fillers such as calcium carbonate, most commonly on a burlap or canvas backing. Pigments are often added to the materials to create the desired colour finish. Commercially, the material has been largely replaced by sheet vinyl flooring, although in the UK this is often still referred to as lino. The finest linoleum floors, known as "inlaid", are extremely durable, and are made by joining and inlaying solid pieces of linoleum. Cheaper patterned linoleum comes in different grades or gauges, and is printed with thinner layers which are more prone to wear and tear. High-quality linoleum is flexible and thus can be used in buildings where a more rigid material (such as ceramic tile) would crack.

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1. linoleum

   Linoleum is a type of durable flooring material made from renewable materials such as solidified linseed oil (linoxyn), pine rosin, ground cork dust or wood flour, and minerals like calcium carbonate applied on a canvas or burlap base. It is known for its toughness, elasticity and low maintenance, making it a popular choice for high-traffic areas in both residential and commercial spaces. Linoleum is often used as an eco-friendly alternative to vinyl flooring.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Linoleumnoun

   linseed oil brought to various degrees of hardness by some oxidizing process, as by exposure to heated air, or by treatment with chloride of sulphur. In this condition it is used for many of the purposes to which India rubber has been applied

2. Linoleumnoun

   a kind of floor cloth made by laying hardened linseed oil mixed with ground cork on a canvas backing

3. Etymology: [L. linum flax + oleum oil.]

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1. Linoleum

   Linoleum is a floor covering made from renewable materials such as solidified linseed oil, pine rosin, ground cork dust, wood flour, and mineral fillers such as calcium carbonate, most commonly on a burlap or canvas backing; pigments are often added to the materials. The finest linoleum floors, known as 'inlaid', are extremely durable; they were made by joining and inlaying solid pieces of linoleum. Cheaper patterned linoleums came in different grades or gauges, and were printed with thinner layers which were more prone to wear and tear. Good quality linoleum is sufficiently flexible to be used in buildings in which more rigid material would crack.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Linoleum

   lin-ō′le-um, n. a preparation used as a floor-cloth, linseed-oil being greatly used in the making of it. [L. linum, flax, oleum, oil.]

The Nuttall EncyclopediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Linoleum

   a floorcloth, being a composition of cork and linseed oil with chloride of silver.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. linoleum

   A type of flooring and product created and designed in various colors, materials, mechanisms, patterns, shapes, sizes and styles.

   Linoleum is a popular product used in variety of settings and properties for business and household use.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on December 11, 2015  

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Etymology and OriginsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Linoleum

   A floorcloth, into the manufacture of which linseed oil enters largely.

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How to pronounce Linoleum?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Linoleum in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Linoleum in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of Linoleum in a Sentence

1. Tallulah Bankhead:

   They used to photograph Shirley Temple through gauze. They should photograph me through linoleum.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Linoleum
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Linoleum
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linoleum
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Linoleum
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Linoleum
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=Linoleum
8. ^ The Nuttall Encyclopedia
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/12342/pg12342-images.html#Linoleum
9. ^ Etymology and Origins
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/54657/pg54657-images.html#:~:text=Linoleum