1. a coarse fabric made of linen and wool woven together
Usage: archaic; historical

Examples

• The colonial settlers wore garments made of linsey during the harsh winters.
• Her grandmother’s old dress was sewn from rough linsey fabric.
• The museum displayed examples of linsey cloth from the 18th century.
• Linsey was a practical choice for everyday clothing in rural communities.
• The weaver combined linen and wool threads to create sturdy linsey.