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: 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
: of, relating to, or made from viscose
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2025
Meanwhile, cotton dropped from 9.9 to 6.7 percent, and viscose from 8 to 4.6 percent.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
Paula Lee, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
Since viscose rayon is derived from bamboo, the cover is very breathable, and it can also be removed and washed in a washing machine.
—Jack Byram, Health, 12 Apr. 2023
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Noun
The performance material is made with a blend of polyester, viscose, and linen blend to help prevent staining or wear and tear over the years.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2025
Meanwhile, cotton dropped from 9.9 to 6.7 percent, and viscose from 8 to 4.6 percent.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 16 June 2025
Adjective
Materials: 100% cotton-gabardine with viscose sleeve lining Size range: UK 2–18 (equivalent to US 00–14)
Colors: Beige
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—Paula Lee, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
Since viscose rayon is derived from bamboo, the cover is very breathable, and it can also be removed and washed in a washing machine.
—Jack Byram, Health, 12 Apr. 2023
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“Viscose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viscose. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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