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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These dusters feature a slim flat base covered with a washable and reusable microfiber cloth that can slide under the bottom of appliances, picking up dust and other debris that has collected. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026 Use a microfiber towel to dry the seal after every laundry session. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 Jan. 2026 Wipe the chrome surface clean with a microfiber cloth, ensuring all residue is removed. Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026 Rinse the surface with a clean, damp sponge or microfiber cloth. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 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 19 Jan. 2026.

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microfiber

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

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