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 residue makes children's nightwear more flammable, reduces the water-absorbency of cotton and microfiber sheets and towels, and interferes with the moisture-wicking action of athletic wear and fleece garments. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025 The hunt for the perfect fabric eventually led to the brand’s signature patented microfiber sourced from an Italian mill. Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025 Consider using a car wash with a dryer or wiping your car with a microfiber cloth. Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 10 Dec. 2025 Alternatives like microfiber cloths or old socks provide eco-friendly ways to clean baseboards. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for microfiber

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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 20 Dec. 2025.

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microfiber

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

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