bicomponent


bi·com·po·nent

adj
\(ˌ)bī-kəm-ˈpō-nənt, -käm-, -ˈkäm-ˌ\

Definition of BICOMPONENT

: being a fiber made of two polymers having slightly different physical properties so that the fiber has a permanent crimp and fabrics made from it have inherent bulk and stretchability

First Known Use of BICOMPONENT

1962

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