Acetate
Meaning in fashion & textiles, with examples
In fashion & textiles, acetate means: Manufactured fibre made from cellulose acetate, often used for lustrous linings.
In Turkish: asetat lifi
How it is used
Use as a textile fibre name; acetate linings should be evaluated with their specified care conditions.
Example sentences
The acetate lining gives the inside of the jacket a smooth, lustrous finish.
The term identifies the fibre in the lining rather than the lining’s shape.
We checked the acetate sample before approving the pressing temperature.
Material choice affects the handling conditions during garment finishing.
Common collocations
- acetate lining
- acetate fibre
Related terms
More terms: Fibres & Fabrics
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