microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fi·​ber ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər 

: a fine usually soft polyester fiber

also : a fabric made from such fibers

Examples of microfiber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

How To Spot-Clean A Weighted Blanket Use a clean microfiber cloth dampened in a solution of water and gentle detergent to wipe the surface of the blanket. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2026

Cotton/polyester blends and microfiber sheets, on the other hand, should be washed in cool or warm water to prevent wear and tear. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 26 Oct. 2026

Instead, use a gentler formula like Sprayway’s foaming cleaner, wipe with a soft microfiber cloth, and never apply a solution directly on the surface. — Kelsey Mulvey, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2026

Whether through wearing or washing, all garments release tiny microfibers. — Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for microfiber

• cyber
• fiber
• fibre
• prescriber
• subscriber
• transcriber

Kids Definition

microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fiber

ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər

: a thin soft polyester fiber