This rare noun appears only in Proverbs 7:16, where the adulteress describes her bed as decked with "colored Egyptian linen." The word's etymology is uncertain, though it clearly refers to fine textile material, possibly threads or yarn used in weaving decorative fabrics. The Egyptian origin indicates luxury and expense—Egyptian linen was prized throughout the ancient world for its quality. The Talmud uses related Aramaic words for cord or rope, suggesting the term relates to thread-like materials. The context emphasizes seductive luxury and sensual enticement.