rayon

noun

ray·​on ˈrā-ˌän 

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

It’s made of a stretchy polyester and rayon blend that’s meant to keep you comfy no matter what—even if you’re tucked away at the back of the plane’s main cabin. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026

It’s crafted with 100 percent rayon and is designed with elegant accents like feminine flutter sleeves, a smocked bodice, empire waist, and a tiered ruffle hem. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026

Crafted from a soft and breathable blend of linen and rayon, its relaxed fit is comfortable enough to wear from morning to night, allowing for plenty of air flow even on sweltering summer days. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026

Luxe rayon from bamboo sheets are amazingly soft, naturally breathable and cooling, and twice as strong as cotton. — ABC News, 13 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

irregular from ray entry 2

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for rayon

• layin
• himalayan
• malayan
• nuclein
• verstehen

Kids Definition

rayon

noun

ray·​on ˈrā-ˌän 

: a yarn, thread, or fabric made from fibers produced chemically from cellulose