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Lycra

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Lycra
plastic, segmented, polyurethane fiber used in making a snapback fabric, stronger and lighter than rubber. Used in surgical garments and as an implant to restore function to atrophied muscles, e.g. in prostheses in the treatment of laryngeal hemiplegia in horses.
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Machine washable suits of 95% merino wool and 5% Lycra will be assessed in a six-month clinical trial of 400 people.
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Microfiber fabrics include acrylic, nylon, Lycra, rayon, and viscose, which Armstrong says is the same as rayon.
Working that fabric: Jazz Armstrong on the threaded essentials by Alleyne, Sonia / Black Enterprise
One of the tricks in creating a comfortable jean was adding 4 percent Lycra to the pants leg to give it some stretch.
Girdle-style jeans become a hit as women want fashion and fit by Brown, Rachel / Los Angeles Business Journal
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