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 Definitions of mercerize  [ˈmɜr səˌraɪz]  

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Definition of 'mercerize' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (v.t.) mercerize
to treat (cotton yarns or fabric) with caustic alkali under tension, in order to increase strength, luster, and affinity for dye.

Etymology:  (1855–60; after John Mercer (1791–1866), English calico printer; see -ize)

Definition of 'mercerize' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (verb) mercerize, mercerise
treat to strengthen and improve the luster
"mercerize cotton"

'mercerize' - Nearby Entries  

mercerise  mercerised  mercerize  mercerized  merchandise  merchandiser  merchandising  



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