Both cotton and linen are associated with wrinkles. Linen fibers have a natural resin called lignan. At first, the fibers are stiff and crease easily. The wrinkles become smoother through handling and use. The Cotton plant yields fluffy fiber clusters called bolls.
Definition. A life insurance policy provision that calls for an additional payment, usually equal to the face amount of the insurance, in the event of accidental death. Also called double indemnity.
Accidental Death Benefit. What is an 'Accidental Death Benefit'. The payment due to the beneficiary of an accidental death insurance policy, which is often a clause or a rider connected to a life insurance policy. The accidental death benefit is usually an amount paid in addition to the standard benefit payable if the insured died of natural causes.