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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The microfiber blanket measures 65 inches long and 40 inches wide, but can be folded and zipped into a convenient blanket pouch that’s only 6 inches long and 9 inches wide. Olivia Bria, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026 Once the products are in place, a microfiber towel or a cotton T-shirt should be used to lightly squeeze any remaining water. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 June 2026 Finally, wipe the iron with a clean microfiber cloth after each use. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 8 June 2026 Dip your microfiber cloth into the solution and gently wipe down the surface of the screen from top to bottom in circular motions. Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 8 June 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 17 Jun. 2026.

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microfiber

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

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