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

Wipe the inside and outside of the shade with a microfiber cloth. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2026

Instead, lightly dampen a microfiber cloth with an appropriate cleaning solution and wipe the switch gently to ensure moisture doesn’t seep into the edges. — Brigitt Earley, Martha Stewart, 4 Nov. 2026

White, non-gel toothpaste is best, paired with a microfiber cloth or a toothbrush, and always rinsed. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 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

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