spec. This wool used in making carpets. Also, a synthetic material resembling Saxony used similarly.

(See quot. 1964.)

A proprietary name of a process for bulking or texturing synthetic yarns; also, a yarn which has been subjected to this process.

A proprietary name for: a type of heavy synthetic yarn and crease-resistant fabric, used esp. for knitted and jersey clothing.

A proprietary name for a synthetic fabric used to make light thermal underwear; also for the yarn from which this is made.

A trade name for natural and synthetic (chiefly polyester) fibre, fabrics, and floor-coverings. Cf. Tergal, adj.2 n.

A proprietary name for: any of various cellulosic fibres and fabrics, esp. lyocell.