mercerize
/'mə:səraiz/ Cách viết khác : (mercerize) /'mə:səraiz/
Definition
- Verb:
- To treat (cotton thread or fabric) with a caustic alkali solution, typically sodium hydroxide, under tension. This chemical process strengthens the fibers and gives them a permanent silky luster or sheen.
Usage
- Verb (transitive): The process is applied to cotton materials. The object of the verb is the fabric or thread being treated.
- The factory will mercerize the raw cotton to enhance its quality.
- This yarn has been mercerized, so it is stronger and shinier.
Advanced Usage
- "to be mercerized" (passive voice): Describes the state of the material after undergoing the process.
- The mercerized cotton has a superior dye affinity.
- Look for fabrics labeled as "mercerized" for a smoother finish.
Variants and Related Words
- Mercerization (noun): The process or treatment itself.
- The mercerization of the fabric improved its tensile strength.
Synonyms
- Treat (with alkali): A more general descriptive phrase for the process.
- Finish (chemically): A broader term in textile manufacturing.
Notes on Meaning
- The term is highly specific to the textile industry and refers to a precise chemical finishing technique for cellulose fibers, primarily cotton. It is named after its inventor, John Mercer.
Verb
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treat to strengthen and improve the luster
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mercerize cotton
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