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82 words
French word
polyester
Pronunciation
IPA/poliɛstɛʁ/
Meaning
- masculine nounpolyester
Example
Ma chemise est en polyester.
My shirt is made of polyester.
More examples
Cette robe est en polyester.
This dress is made of polyester.
Core concept
A smooth synthetic fiber that keeps its shape and often forms easy-care blended fabrics.
Common phrases
une robe en polyester
a polyester dress
un tissu en polyester
polyester fabric
un pull en polyester
a polyester sweater
Similar words
coton: A soft, absorbent natural fiber obtained from cotton plants.
laine: A warm natural fiber from sheep with a soft, fluffy texture.
soie: A smooth, glossy natural fiber produced by silkworms.
nylon: A durable synthetic fiber made from resin, with good elasticity.
Definition in French
Polymère synthétique nommé polyester, employé seul ou en mélange avec le coton et d'autres fibres dans l'habillement et le textile.
Word origin
The name combines poly-, meaning 'many', with ester, referring to a polymer built from many ester groups; the textile sense became established in the 20th century.
Usage tips
- In French, polyester is masculine, and fabric composition is commonly expressed with en polyester, as in une chemise en polyester.