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

N95s are made of nonwoven, melt-blown polypropylene, Marr said.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 2, 2021

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

His suggestion: nonwoven fabrics, such as car shop towels.

From Washington Post • Jul. 7, 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

Monsanto is testing synthetic fibers and nonwoven fabrics, while IBM�the biggest employer, with 3,500 workers�is checking out new computer systems and programs.

From Time Magazine Archive