| flax |
A flax was the name given to the improvised pole arm, derived from the agricultural tool used to gather flax. This consisted of a metal head mounted on a 7-8 foot long pole. The head had a serrated edge much like a saw along one side, topped by a broad flat hook. The reverse sported a simple spike. Much like a bill, this head was made of a single piece of tooled metal rather than many pieces later bolted together. ...
출처: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flax_(weapon)
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| flaxseed oil |
Linseed oil is a yellowish drying oil derived from the dried ripe seeds of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum, Linaceae). It is obtained by pressing, followed by an optional stage of solvent extraction. Cold-pressed oil obtained without solvent extraction is marketed as flaxseed oil. ...
출처: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flaxseed_oil
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| flaxseed |
The seed of the flax plant. It is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acid, fiber, and a compound called lignin. It is being studied in the prevention of prostate cancer. Also called linseed.
출처: www.stjude.org/glossary
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| flax |
A plant whose stems were used to make a cloth called linen. Its blue flowers could be used to make a dye, and its seeds were crushed to produce linseed oil.
출처: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/temetfutue/glossary/glossaryF....
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| flax |
is often considered the oldest fiber used in the Western world. Remnants of flax fabric (linen) have been found in excavations at the historic lake regions of Switzerland, which date back to about 10,000 BC Although the archaeologists dispute the origins of flax , some believe that it came from the region of Tepe Sabz, Iran (Mesopotamia), ca. 5500 - 5000 BC By 4,000 BC the Egyptians were cultivating and processing flax and ancient wall carvings show laborers harvesting flax. ...
출처: www.apparelsearch.com/glossary_f_.htm
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