Dacron
pronunciation
How to pronounce Dacron in British English: UK ['dekrɑn]
How to pronounce Dacron in American English: US
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- Noun:
- a brand of polyester textile fiber that is wrinkle-resistant and strong
Word Origin
- Dacron (n.)
- 1951, proprietary name (reg. U.S. Patent Office) by E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co.; an invented word, on the model of nylon, etc.