polyester

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  1. noun Any of numerous synthetic polymers produced chiefly by reaction of dibasic acids with dihydric alcohols and used primarily as light, strong, weather-resistant resins in boat hulls, textile fibers, adhesives, and molded parts.
  2. noun A wrinkle-resistant fabric of fibers made from any of these resins.

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  • He wore a light suit that was mostly polyester, and he stood with the tired, unrushed posture of a government worker. —  Death of a Blue Movie Star
  • If leisure suits weren't enough to signal the demise of polyester, the fabric started turning up in discount stores across the country, in bell bottoms and double knits made on the cheap by mass-market producers. —  Omni: August 1993
  • "People buy a microfiber coat and don't realize it's polyester, and they probably would hesitate to buy it if they knew." —  Omni: August 1993
  • The use of fabrics such as polyester, nylon, rayon, flame retardant and no iron fabrics containing Teflon for clothing consumes a great deal of natural resources and produces toxic chemicals. —  Find Free Articles - ArticlesBase
  • The least expensive pillows to manufacture are polyester, although they are the most durable, easily washed, and cause few allergic reactions. —  Find Free Articles - ArticlesBase
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