acrylic fiber

Thân thiện

A sweater made of acrylic fiber is soft and warm.

Definition

Noun: 1. A synthetic fiber: A very strong, lightweight, and quick-drying synthetic fiber made by polymerizing acrylonitrile. It is often used as a wool substitute in textiles and clothing.

Usage

• Acrylic fiber is commonly used in sweaters, blankets, and carpets.
• This yarn is made from 100% acrylic fiber.
• The fabric's durability comes from its blend of cotton and acrylic fiber.

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Industrial Context: In manufacturing, acrylic fiber is noted for its resistance to sunlight, chemicals, and mildew, making it suitable for outdoor fabrics and awnings.

Variants and Related Words

• Acrylic (noun): Often used as a shorter, more common term for acrylic fiber or fabric.
  • This sweater is made of acrylic.
• Acrylic resin (noun): A different polymer also derived from acrylic acid derivatives, used primarily in paints, adhesives, and plastics, not in fibers.

Synonyms

• Synthetic fiber
• Man-made fiber

Different Meanings

• The term "acrylic" alone can also refer to:
  • Acrylic paint: A fast-drying paint made of pigment suspended in acrylic polymer emulsion.
  • Acrylic glass (Plexiglas): A transparent thermoplastic often used as a lightweight or shatter-resistant alternative to glass.

Học thuật

Noun

1. polymerized from acrylonitrile

Từ đồng nghĩa

• acrylic