viscose

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noun

vis·​cose ˈvi-ˌskōs How to pronounce viscose (audio)
-ˌskōz
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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
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: viscose rayon

viscose

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adjective

: of, relating to, or made from viscose

Examples of viscose in a Sentence

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Noun
It’s made with a cozy yarn material that’s made up of viscose and polyester, which is buttery soft and lightweight on the body. Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024 For that, the Pakistani mill is utilizing post-industrial waste (PIW) and viscose. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Materials: 100% cotton-gabardine with viscose sleeve lining Size range: UK 2–18 (equivalent to US 00–14) Colors: Beige Save on the best trench coats for women with these Nordstrom promo codes. 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 See all Example Sentences for viscose 

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

obsolete viscose, adjective, viscous

First Known Use

Noun

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of viscose was in 1896

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“Viscose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viscose. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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