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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Dry the screen with a microfiber cloth. Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025 With a down alternative microfiber filling, the topper is a budget-friendly way to skip out on buying a new mattress, all while making your bed more cushioned. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025 Amazon is overflowing with popular brands selling duvet inserts and comforters that range from feather-filled to down alternatives with a microfiber filling. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025 Each one features a supportive inner pillow, soft outer pillow, and a 100% cotton percale cover—plus, a down alternative filling made from polyester microfiber. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for microfiber

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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 15 Oct. 2025.

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microfiber

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

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