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viscose definition

vis·cose (vis′kōs′)

adjective

  1. viscous
  2. of, containing, or made of viscose

Etymology: LL viscosus: see viscous

noun

  1. an amber-colored, syruplike solution made by treating cellulose with sodium hydroxide and carbon disulfide: used in making rayon thread and fabrics, and cellophane
  2. thread or fabric made from viscose
    in full viscose rayon

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viscose Usage Examples

Preposition: with

  • elastane: Made from a stretchy 93 % viscose with 7 % Elastane, it is a SHORT stretch style with long sleeves and ruffle neckline.

Modifies a noun

  • blend: A mixture of metallic polyester with acrylic and viscose blends Knit or weave as at least 2ply or thicker.

Noun used with modifier

  • %: Covers 40 % polyester, 30 % cotton, 30 % viscose.
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