peruvian cotton
Definition
Noun * Peruvian cotton: A type of cotton (Gossypium barbadense) characterized by its long, strong, and often silky or hairy fibers. It is a high-quality cotton known for its durability and luster.
Usage
- Peruvian cotton is a specific botanical and commercial term for a premium variety of cotton.
- It is used to describe the raw material, the fiber itself, or fabrics made from it.
- The shirt is made from Peruvian cotton, which is known for its softness.
- Peruvian cotton commands a higher price on the international market due to its superior quality.
- The plantation specializes in growing Peruvian cotton.
Advanced Usage
- In textile and agricultural contexts, Peruvian cotton is often discussed in comparison to other varieties like Upland or Egyptian cotton, with a focus on its fiber length (staple) and fineness.
- It may be referred to by its species name, , which also includes other long-staple cottons like Pima and Egyptian.
Variants and Related Words
- Pima cotton: A type of extra-long staple cotton grown in the southwestern United States, genetically similar to Peruvian cotton.
- Egyptian cotton: Another well-known type of long-staple cotton, often compared to Peruvian cotton.
- Sea Island cotton: A historically prized, very long-staple cotton of the same species.
- Long-staple cotton: The general category for cottons with fibers longer than 1 3/8 inches, which includes Peruvian cotton.
Synonyms
- Extra-long staple cotton (general category)
- Gossypium barbadense (botanical name)
Related Terms
- Fiber: The thread-like strand, the key product of the cotton plant.
- Staple length: The average length of a bundle of fibers, a critical measure of cotton quality.
- Lint: The raw, ginned cotton fiber after seeds have been removed.
Noun
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cotton with long rough hairy fibers
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