Modacrylic Definition
mŏdə-krĭlĭk
noun
One of several synthetic, long-chain polymer textile fibers containing 35–85 percent acrylonitrile.
American Heritage
adjective
Designating or of any of various synthetic fibers that resist combustion, made from long-chain polymers composed primarily of acrylonitrile modified by other polymers: used in making fabrics, carpets, etc.
Webster's New World
Other Word Forms of Modacrylic
Noun
Singular:
modacrylic
Plural:
modacrylicsOrigin of Modacrylic
mod(ified) acrylic
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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