nonwoven
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of nonwoven
Example Sentences
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Wallpaper that has a nonwoven backing can be peel off dry and leave behind some spots of glue that can be washed off with soapy water.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 27, 2023
In late September, Japanese researchers reported that face masks provide effective protection and that nonwoven fabric masks block the most droplets from a cough.
From New York Times ● Oct. 5, 2020
Vacuum bags are also generally made of nonwoven fabric but are not breathable.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 1, 2020
Its nonwoven facility in Neenah that supplies components to the Cold Spring plant is also slated to close.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 10, 2018
But the prospects for nonwoven, seamless civilian clothing are tantalizing.
From Time Magazine Archive
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