Knitting a Linen Stitch

Dear users, dear authors,
what is a linen stitch, and how do you do it?
What is it used for?

I’m familiar with linen stitch from knitting; it’s a pattern where you slip stitches with the working yarn in front. This creates an effect that’s somewhat reminiscent of woven fabrics. These patterns aren’t usually very stretchy and are well-suited for items that need to be durable—like socks, for example.