1. of a pale yellow color like flax; light golden
Usage: often used to describe hair color
2. made of or resembling flax
Usage: refers to material or texture

Examples

• The little girl had beautiful flaxen hair that shone in the sunlight.
• Her flaxen curls reminded everyone of a fairy tale princess.
• The artist painted the wheat field in flaxen tones.
• He wore a shirt made of flaxen cloth that felt rough against his skin.
• The doll’s flaxen hair was made from real plant fibers.
• The golden retriever’s flaxen coat gleamed after its bath.