mercerize

[US]/ˈmɜːsəraɪz/
[UK]/ˈmɜːrsəraɪz/

Translation

vt.to treat cotton fabric with sodium hydroxide to give it a silk-like finish
Word Forms
Third Person Singularmercerizes
Present Participlemercerizing
Past Tensemercerized
Past Participlemercerized

Phrases & Collocations

mercerize cotton

mercerize fabric

mercerize yarn

mercerize process

mercerize treatment

mercerize method

mercerize technique

mercerize effect

mercerize finish

mercerize quality

Example Sentences

the cotton fabric was mercerized to enhance its sheen.

after mercerizing, the textile became more durable.

many manufacturers choose to mercerize their fabrics for better quality.

mercerizing cotton can significantly improve its dye absorption.

she prefers mercerized threads for her sewing projects.

he learned how to mercerize fabric in his textile class.

mercerized cotton is often used in high-end clothing.

the benefits of mercerizing include increased luster and strength.

to achieve a luxurious feel, they decided to mercerize the yarn.

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