microfiber

American

[mahy-kroh-fahy-ber] / ˈmaɪ kroʊˌfaɪ bər /

noun

a very fine polyester fiber, weighing less than one denier per filament, used especially for clothing.

Etymology

Origin of microfiber

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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Microfiber cloths or old terry-cloth towels work well, because they can pick up and trap a lot of moisture.

From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2022

Usually this Yaasa® White Microfiber Sheet Set is $44, but you can get it here for $39.

From Salon • Sep. 22, 2019

Microfiber pads: As an alternative to a small dish drain tray, try these microfiber dish-drying mats.

From Slate • Jan. 4, 2019

Microfiber culottes were fitted with elastic bands at the waist that conjured a back brace; orange crosswalk guard vests were paired with lame Speedos.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 25, 2010

Microfiber cloths are fast becoming the dust cloths of choice around the boat as well as around the house.

From Time Magazine Archive

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