nonwoven

adjective

non·​wo·​ven ˌnän-ˈwō-vən 

1

: made of fibers held together by interlocking or bonding (as by chemical or thermal means) : not woven, knitted, or felted

nonwoven fabric

2

: made of nonwoven fabric

a nonwoven dress

nonwoven noun

Examples of nonwoven in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Unifi specializes in recycled polyester yarn under the Repreve brand, Avgol makes nonwoven polypropylene fiber. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

Each tote holds up to 17 gallons and is made of durable nonwoven material. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026

Ultrasoft, meanwhile, is described as the company’s high-density nonwoven material, engineered for components that need both softness and resilience. — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026

Each mask has three layers of nonwoven fabric that can be folded closely over the nose and mouth. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for nonwoven

• cloven
• hoven
• woven
• interwoven

Kids Definition

nonwoven

adjective

non·​woven

(ˈ)nän-ˈwō-vən

1

: made of fibers held together by interlocking or bonding (as by chemical means) but not woven

nonwoven fabric

2

: made of nonwoven fabric

a nonwoven dress

nonwoven noun