preshrunk

[ pree-shruhngk ]

adjective

1. of or relating to a fabric or garment that has been subjected to a shrinking process in order to reduce contraction when the apparel is washed or laundered.

preshrunk

/ priːˈʃrʌŋk /

adjective

1. (of fabrics, garments, etc) having undergone a shrinking process during manufacture so that further shrinkage will not occur

Word History and Origins

Origin of preshrunk¹

First recorded in 1940–45; pre- + shrunk