shrink-resistant

Maintains its size

Shrink-resistant describes fabric or clothing designed to maintain its size through washing and drying.

The treatment or weave minimizes the contraction that typically occurs when fibers are exposed to heat and moisture: This shrink-resistant cotton keeps its shape wash after wash.

The term appears on clothing labels and in marketing materials.

fabric

polyester

Synthetic petroleum-based fabric

nylonSynthetic textile polymer
acrylicSynthetic resin or fiber
preshrunkPre-treated against size reduction

synthetic · spandex · microfiber · jersey · knit · denim · fleece · twill · canvas · rayon

laundry

machine-washable

Safe for automated washing

tumble-dryDry by heated rotation
easy-careNeeding minimal tending
low-maintenanceRequiring little care

wrinkle-free · wash-and-wear · durable · long-lasting

treatment

preshrinking

Contracting fabric before sale

mercerizationAlkali treatment for cotton
stabilizationProcess of becoming steady
calenderingRoller-smoothing process

coating · lamination

garment

t-shirt

Casual pullover garment

jeansCasual denim trousers
sweaterKnitted torso covering
underwearClothing worn beneath

socks · uniform · scrubs · bedding · towels · activewear · workwear · hosiery · sleepwear · sportswear

shrink-resistant

polyester

machine-washable

preshrinking

t-shirt

shrink-resistant

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