rayon

ray·on

any of various textile fibers synthetically produced by pressing cellulose acetate or some other cellulose solution through very small holes and solidifying it in the form of filaments
any of various woven or knitted fabrics made of such fibers

Origin of rayon

arbitrary coinage suggested by ray as descriptive of its sheen + -on as in cotton

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rayon

noun

Any of several synthetic textile fibers produced by forcing a cellulose solution through fine spinnerets and solidifying the resulting filaments.
A fabric so woven or knit.

Origin of rayon

Perhaps from French rayon ray of light (from its sheen) from rai from Old French; see ray ¹.

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Noun

(countable and uncountable, plural rayons)

Alternative spelling of raion.
A manufactured regenerated cellulosic fiber.

Origin

From French rayon.

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Slips are the perfect choice for additional modesty under sheer or form-fitting fabrics, and while a wide variety of textiles can be used in their manufacture, rayon, nylon and silk are most commonly used.
Rayon has become a popular fabric for larger size women because of the figure-flattering effects of the fabric's soft drape and the coolness of the fabric, particularly in the hot summer months.
An inexpensive way to add a touch of holiday glitter to a somewhat plain gown is by adding a lace shawl embellished with crystals or rhinestones or one made from silk and rayon burnout fabric.
Sarongs come in a variety of materials, including cotton, rayon, and other sheer fabrics, but the heart of these garments lies in the beautiful colors and designs created especially for them.
These stockings can be pretty pricey, especially when you compare them to their cheaper nylon and rayon cousins, so before you spend $40.00 for a pair, choose the right color.

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