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Acrilan

Acrilan

9.5
A man-made fiber used to make warm, soft clothes and blankets
  • noun
  • /ˈækrɪlən/
  • Specialized
: Acrilan
  • The label on the blanket states that it is composed of 100% Acrilan fiber.

Examples

  • Many winter sweaters are made from Acrilan because it is warm and easy to wash.

  • The new sofa was upholstered with Acrilan for added durability and comfort.

  • The jacket is made of Acrilan.

  • I prefer Acrilan for my winter clothing.

  • Many winter sweaters are made from Acrilan because it is warm and easy to wash.

  • The label on the blanket states that it is composed of 100% Acrilan fiber.

  • The new sofa was upholstered with Acrilan for added durability and comfort.

Synonyms

acrylic
vsAcrilan
1 4.0

A man-made fiber used to make soft, warm clothing that is easy to wash

is the trademarked more durable crease resistant fiber type
acrylic fiber
vsAcrilan
  • Specialized
1 4.6

A warm, soft material made from plastic like wool used for clothes and furniture covers

is the specific trademarked type rather than the general fiber class
polypropenonitrile
vsAcrilan
  • Specialized
9.9

A man-made material people make into soft, strong clothing that does not crease

is the trademarked brand name for this same resin

Surface Forms

Acrilan singular
Acrilans plural

Etymology

Acrilan is a brand name built from acryl-, from the word 'acrylic', to show it is a man-made fiber. A helpful way to remember it is to think of a warm, soft fabric that 'doesn't crease easily', which is exactly what Acrilan is used for.