microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fi·​ber ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər How to pronounce microfiber (audio)
: a fine usually soft polyester fiber
also : a fabric made from such fibers

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Casper’s down alternative pillow has also ranked in our best pillows on Amazon for its temperature-regulating qualities and the plushness of its microfiber fill. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025 Buff the window clean with another dry microfiber cloth. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025 Drying and Storing Microfiber Cloths Air-dry microfiber cloths on a flat surface or hang them on a line or drying rack. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025 Becky Cameron Floral Ivory 3-Piece Duvet Cover Set With its subtle floral pattern and soft microfiber fabric, this breathable duvet cover is an ideal all-season pick. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 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 1 Nov. 2025.

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microfiber

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

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