mercerized
/ˈmɜːrsəraɪzd/
adjective
- Describing cotton fabric or thread that has been treated with a chemical to make it stronger, more lustrous, and easier to dye. (American English spelling of mercerised.)
- She prefers using mercerized cotton for her knitting projects.
- Mercerized threads are popular among quilters for their durability.
- The mercerized fabric had a noticeable sheen compared to untreated cloth.