blend fibers; blended fabric
Meanings
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to blend different types of fibers together for spinning
Commonly refers to mixing chemical fibers with natural fibers (e.g., polyester with cotton) or different chemical fibers to improve yarn quality, save raw materials, and increase variety.
This fabric is made by blending wool with acrylic fiber.
The factory uses new technology to blend cotton and polyester, improving the strength of the yarn.
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Blending technology can conserve precious natural fiber raw materials.
noun
blended textile; fabric made from mixed fibers
Refers to the finished textile product or fabric made by blending different fibers, combining the advantages of various materials (e.g., the comfort of cotton with the durability of synthetic fibers).
This shirt is a cotton-linen blend, very breathable to wear in summer.
I like to buy wool-polyester blend suits that are crisp and wrinkle-resistant.
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There are many kinds of synthetic-blend fabrics available on the market.