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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Pour out and discard the water, then use a lint-free microfiber towel to dry the interior components. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 25 Feb. 2026 Rinse with water, and dry your glasses with a microfiber cloth. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026 Dry everything with a microfiber cloth before refilling cabinets and drawers. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026 Next, tackle dust buildup on furniture, nightstands and baseboards using a microfiber cloth or a dusting tool. ABC News, 25 Feb. 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 4 Mar. 2026.

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microfiber

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

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