microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fi·​ber ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər How to pronounce microfiber (audio)
: a fine usually soft polyester fiber
also : a fabric made from such fibers

Examples of microfiber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Using the brush along with a microfiber cloth made our grout look brand new. Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2024 Most manufacturers recommend wiping down your sunglass lenses with a soft microfiber cloth. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024 This unique microfiber cloth is super soft and instantly wipes away an entire face of makeup with just water. Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 26 June 2024 Your Paper Towel for a Microfiber Cloth This package of microfiber cleaning cloths has 24 cloths that are non-abrasive, reusable, and washable. Anna Kasper, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for microfiber 

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Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of microfiber was in 1966

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“Microfiber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microfiber. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

microfiber

noun
mi·​cro·​fiber
ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər
: a thin soft polyester fiber

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