| 释义 |
woollenize, v.|ˈwʊlənaɪz|
[f. woollen a. and n. + -ize.]
trans. To impart to (vegetable fibres) the appearance and texture of wool. Hence ˈwoollenizing vbl. n.
1890Times 19 Aug. 10/4 The various processes to be carried out at the model fibre factory..comprise..cottonizing and woollenizing fibres to imitate fine cotton or wool. 1927Daily Tel. 21 June 8 (Advt.), Successful fancy cloth effects have been attained by the application of mercerising and woollenising processes to these yarns. |