Associations to the word «Mercerize»

Wiktionary

MERCERIZE, verb. To treat cotton fabric with sodium hydroxide to make it more lustrous and accepting of dyes.

Dictionary definition

MERCERIZE, verb. Treat to strengthen and improve the luster; "mercerize cotton".

Wise words

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