nonwoven

American

[non-woh-vuhn] / nɒnˈwoʊ vən /

adjective

(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.

Etymology

Origin of nonwoven

First recorded in 1940–45; non- + woven

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nonwoven

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

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 27, 2023

The essential ingredient in many medical-grade masks — what separates them from simple home made versions — is a filter made of nonwoven super thin fibers, formed in a process known as melt-blown extrusion.

From New York Times ● May 10, 2020

He offered another material for DIY mask makers to consider: nonwoven fabrics.

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.

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