microfiber

noun

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

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Once the cycle is done, use a clean microfiber cloth to wipe down the drum, door, and any remaining moisture. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026 The durable carbon microfiber cleans all glasses -- prescription, sun and readers. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026 Finally, use glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth to clean glass surfaces. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2026 Get up on a ladder and wipe the blades with a damp microfiber cloth. Sunshine Flint, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026 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 9 Apr. 2026.

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microfiber

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

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