microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fi·​ber ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər How to pronounce microfiber (audio)
: a fine usually soft polyester fiber
also : a fabric made from such fibers

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Wipe in circular motions with a lint-free microfiber cloth to loosen grime, then finish with long, horizontal swipes. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025 For mirrors, apply a small amount of WD-40 to a microfiber cloth first, and then use it to rub water spots in a circular motion. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025 If a clean eraser doesn’t eliminate buildup on your board, try using a chalkboard-safe cleaning solution and a microfiber cloth. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025 Casper’s down alternative pillow has also ranked in our best pillows on Amazon for its temperature-regulating qualities and the plushness of its microfiber fill. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for microfiber

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of microfiber was in 1966

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“Microfiber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microfiber. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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microfiber

noun
mi·​cro·​fiber
ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər
: a thin soft polyester fiber

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