rayon

noun

ray·​on ˈrā-ˌän How to pronounce rayon (audio)
1
: any of a group of smooth textile fibers made from regenerated cellulose by extrusion through minute holes
2
: a rayon yarn, thread, or fabric

Examples of rayon in a Sentence

The shirt is made of rayon.
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That’s trailed significantly by polyester (3 percent), silk (3 percent), wool (1 percent), Lycra and/or spandex (1 percent), and rayon (0 percent). Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2024 The style, which is available in classic white and vibrant pink, is made from a soft rayon blend fabric. Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 26 July 2024 Splendid Cash Blend Cardigan Splendid is known for soft, cozy layering pieces that stand the test of time, and in a blend of cashmere, rayon, and nylon, this ribbed cardigan is no exception. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024 Merino, rayon, nylon, and elastane make for a cool-but-cozy blend up for sweaty summer runs and cool fall hikes alike, and the styling is great—a perfect mid-rise height, muted colors, and two little stripes at the ankle. The Editors, Outside Online, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rayon 

Word History

Etymology

irregular from ray entry 2

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rayon was in 1924

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“Rayon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rayon. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

rayon

noun
ray·​on ˈrā-ˌän How to pronounce rayon (audio)
: a yarn, thread, or fabric made from fibers produced chemically from cellulose

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