fabric softener

noun

: a product used to make laundered fabrics softer and fluffier

Examples of fabric softener in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Distilled white vinegar is a popular fabric softener alternative that can be used on most fabrics to loosen and dislodge pet hair. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2024 Avoiding harsh chemicals like bleach, fabric softeners, and the like will help keep your robe soft and absorbent as these formulas could break down the fabric, leave behind fabric-stiffening residue, or cause pilling and other concerns. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2024 Skip fabric softeners and scent boosters, as these can irritate your skin due to the fragrances. Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2024 Never use dryer sheets with liquid fabric softeners or dryer balls. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fabric softener 

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Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fabric softener was in 1955

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“Fabric softener.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fabric%20softener. Accessed 16 Sep. 2024.

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