Meaning Of The Word Mercerize

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Mercerize Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Mercerize?

mercerize in American English
to treat (cotton thread or fabric) under tension with a caustic soda solution in order to strengthen it, give it a silky luster, and make it more receptive to dyes
transitive verb: to treat (cotton yarns or fabric) with caustic alkali under tension, in order to increase strength, luster, and affinity for dye

mercerize in British English
verb: to treat (cotton yarn) with an alkali to increase its strength and reception to dye and impart a lustrous silky appearance

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