Synthetic Fiber (Noun)
Meaning
Fiber created from natural materials or by chemical processes.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The textile company was accused of misleading consumers by advertising the synthetic fiber as natural in their clothing line.
- Most sweaters sold today are made from synthetic fibers due to their low maintenance cost.
- Nylon and polyester are two commonly used synthetic fibers in clothing production today.
- The rise of synthetic fibers in clothing has greatly reduced the amount of waste generated by consumers.
- Rayon is a type of synthetic fiber that is known to be misleading because it is often mistaken for silk, but it is made from wood pulp.