polyester
word
Definition
A synthetic material made from chemicals, commonly used to make clothes, fabrics, and other everyday items.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used as a noun for materials or fabric—'polyester shirt,' 'made of polyester.' Common in clothing labels. Sometimes refers to fabric blends. Not related to 'cotton,' 'wool,' or other natural fabrics.
Spanish: poliésterPortuguese (BR): poliésterPortuguese (PT): poliésterChinese (Simplified): 聚酯Chinese (Traditional): 聚酯Hindi: पॉलिएस्टरArabic: بوليسترBengali: পলিয়েস্টারRussian: полиэстерJapanese: ポリエステルVietnamese: polyesterKorean: 폴리에스터Turkish: polyesterUrdu: پولیسٹرIndonesian: poliester
Example Sentences
I have a jacket with a polyester lining.
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Be careful—polyester can melt if you iron it on high heat.
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Most sportswear is made from polyester these days because it's so durable.
natural
If you want something that doesn't wrinkle, go for polyester.
natural
This dress is made of polyester.
basic
Polyester dries faster than cotton.
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