pima cotton

noun

pi·​ma cotton ˈpē-mə- How to pronounce pima cotton (audio) ˈpi- How to pronounce pima cotton (audio)
: a cotton that produces fiber of exceptional strength and firmness and that was developed in the southwestern U.S. by selection and breeding of Egyptian cottons

Examples of pima cotton in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This nursing bra from Hatch is made for everyday wear with its soft pima cotton and spandex blend. Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024 This pair of underwear from the popular maternity brand Hatch is made with pima cotton (which is known for its durability, wrinkle resistance, and ultra-soft feel) and a bamboo viscose gusset that’s made to wick away moisture. Nikita Charuza, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024 Small tomato plants sprouted in tidy rows on one side of the road and pima cotton on the other. Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2023 It’s designed with lightweight, wrinkle-resistant pima cotton, featuring a crew neck, long sleeves, and a hemline hitting at the hip. Amy Louise Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2023 See all Example Sentences for pima cotton 

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Word History

Etymology

Pima County, Arizona

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pima cotton was in 1925

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“Pima cotton.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pima%20cotton. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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