viscose

noun vis·cose \ ˈvis-ˌkōs , -ˌkōz \

Definition of viscose

1 :a viscous golden-brown solution made by treating cellulose with caustic alkali solution and carbon disulfide and used in making rayon and films of regenerated cellulose

2 :viscose rayon

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The fabric won't be mistaken for fine wool but that's okay because the poly-viscose blend can take a beating better than any wool could.

— max berlinger, GQ, "The Best Black Suit Is the Key to Badass Style (Even If You're Not a Badass)," 15 Aug. 2017
It's made of cotton blended with Outlast viscose, which is designed to help maintain a comfortable body temperature throughout the night.

— the good housekeeping institute, Good Housekeeping, "Slumber Cloud Stratus Sheet Set," 21 July 2017
The use of viscose, a manmade fabric that is similar in appearance to silk, but costs much less to produce.

— kaleigh fasanella, Teen Vogue, "New Report Reveals Fast-Fashion Retailers Like H&M and Zara Are Linked to Devastating Pollution," 6 July 2017

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Origin and Etymology of viscose

obsolete viscose, adjective, viscous

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First Known Use: 1896

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:of, relating to, or made from viscose

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Ms. Kozen warned that viscose rayon is often wrongly marketed as environmentally friendly because it is derived from bamboo.

— tatiana schlossberg, New York Times, "Fig Leaves Are Out. What to Wear to Be Kind to the Planet?," 24 May 2017

First Known Use of viscose

1900

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