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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
: of, relating to, or made from viscose
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Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 19 June 2024
Boody’s bamboo viscose gets softer with wear and wash.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 17 June 2024
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
Perfect for destination weddings, this dress features a tropical print and breathable viscose fabric.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 19 June 2024
Boody’s bamboo viscose gets softer with wear and wash.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 17 June 2024
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 2 Jul. 2024.
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