1
: any of a group of smooth textile fibers made from regenerated cellulose by extrusion through minute holes
2
: a rayon yarn, thread, or fabric
Examples of rayon in a Sentence
The shirt is made of rayon.
Recent Examples on the Web
The pants are made from a polyester, rayon, and spandex fabric that won’t wrinkle easily, even after hours in the back of economy, and the stretchy elastic waistband ensures full flight comfort.
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Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2024
As a way of making some rugs more affordable, companies will blend wool with a semi-synthetic material such as viscose, which is a form of rayon that approximates the softness of silk.
—Michelle Brunner, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2024
The blend of merino wool, bamboo rayon, nylon, and spandex is comfortable and allows for freedom of movement while providing adequate support.
—Nsisong Bassey, Verywell Health, 15 Mar. 2024
Synthetic materials, like polyester or rayon, are much more budget friendly than down and can work as down alternatives to mimic the fluffiness of feathers.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2023
The outer layer of bamboo rayon is breathable and soft against your baby’s skin.
—Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
That’s typically cotton poplin that’s crisp, but not scratchy; anything silky (whether that’s silk or satin); modal; rayon; and cashmere-esque knitwear.
—Caroline Reilly, SELF, 4 Apr. 2024
Material: 60% cotton, 40% rayon | Closure: Buttons, corner ties | Colors: 6 | Sizes: Twin XL, Full/Queen, King
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The soft, buttery texture gives the duvet cover a luxurious feel.
—Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 17 Jan. 2024
Made from a quick-drying rayon and polyester blend, the dress is available in more than 20 different colors and prints.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024
Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2024
As a way of making some rugs more affordable, companies will blend wool with a semi-synthetic material such as viscose, which is a form of rayon that approximates the softness of silk.
—Michelle Brunner, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2024
The blend of merino wool, bamboo rayon, nylon, and spandex is comfortable and allows for freedom of movement while providing adequate support.
—Nsisong Bassey, Verywell Health, 15 Mar. 2024
Synthetic materials, like polyester or rayon, are much more budget friendly than down and can work as down alternatives to mimic the fluffiness of feathers.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2023
The outer layer of bamboo rayon is breathable and soft against your baby’s skin.
—Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
That’s typically cotton poplin that’s crisp, but not scratchy; anything silky (whether that’s silk or satin); modal; rayon; and cashmere-esque knitwear.
—Caroline Reilly, SELF, 4 Apr. 2024
Material: 60% cotton, 40% rayon | Closure: Buttons, corner ties | Colors: 6 | Sizes: Twin XL, Full/Queen, King
Best Budget
Bare Home Duvet Cover
$38 $40 $40
Our Ratings
Quality
5/5
Texture
5/5
Durability
5/5
Value
5/5
Pros
The soft, buttery texture gives the duvet cover a luxurious feel.
—Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 17 Jan. 2024
Made from a quick-drying rayon and polyester blend, the dress is available in more than 20 different colors and prints.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024
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“Rayon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rayon. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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rayon
noun
ray·on
ˈrā-ˌän 
: a yarn, thread, or fabric made from fibers produced chemically from cellulose
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