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: a viscous golden-brown solution made by treating cellulose with caustic alkali solution and carbon disulfide and used in making rayon and films of regenerated cellulose
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: viscose rayon
: of, relating to, or made from viscose
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Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024
For that, the Pakistani mill is utilizing post-industrial waste (PIW) and viscose.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
Paula Lee, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
Since viscose rayon is derived from bamboo, the cover is very breathable, and it can also be removed and washed in a washing machine.
—Jack Byram, Health, 12 Apr. 2023
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Noun
It’s made with a cozy yarn material that’s made up of viscose and polyester, which is buttery soft and lightweight on the body.
—Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024
For that, the Pakistani mill is utilizing post-industrial waste (PIW) and viscose.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Materials: 100% cotton-gabardine with viscose sleeve lining Size range: UK 2–18 (equivalent to US 00–14)
Colors: Beige
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—Paula Lee, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2023
Since viscose rayon is derived from bamboo, the cover is very breathable, and it can also be removed and washed in a washing machine.
—Jack Byram, Health, 12 Apr. 2023
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“Viscose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viscose. Accessed 2 Nov. 2024.
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