nonwoven

American  

[non-woh-vuhn] / nɒnˈwoʊ vən /

adjective

1. (of a fabric) made of fibers autogenously bonded through the action of a chemical agent or heating device, or adhering by means of resinous substances.

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Etymology

Origin of nonwoven

First recorded in 1940–45; non- + woven

Example Sentences

The college is even home to a dedicated institute working on nonwoven fabrics, which are often used in industries like medical, automotive and construction.

From Seattle Times

Paste the walls is used for more heavy, high-quality wallpapers with a nonwoven backing.

From Seattle Times

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

Brick-paving installers sometimes spread nonwoven landscape fabric as a root barrier before they place bricks.

From Washington Post

Apple said the cloth was made of a nonwoven microfiber but declined to elaborate.

From New York Times