shrinkproof

Keeps original size

Shrinkproof describes fabric or garments treated or constructed to resist shrinking when washed: shrinkproof cotton, a shrinkproof wool sweater.

The term appears most often on clothing labels and in textile marketing.

Also spelled shrink-proof.

garment-care

colorfast

Dye resists fading

tumble-dry · easy-care · washable · permanent-press · low-maintenance

fabric-treatment

treated

Given medical attention

antimicrobial · quick-dry · breathable · sizing · finishing · coating · mercerized · sanforized

textiles

polyester

Synthetic petroleum-based fabric

lycra · synthetic · knit · woven · jersey · denim · fleece · rayon · microfiber

durability

long-lasting

Persisting over extended time

heavy-duty · resilient · enduring · stable · wear-resistant

Opposites
dimensional stability under stress

shrinkproofshrinkable

Able to reduce in size

contractible · untreated · shrunk · compressible · preshrunk

Family

proof, shrink, shrinking, waterproof, shrunk, shrank, shrinkage, fireproof, proofread

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G