Definition of Permanent-press

1. Adjective. Used of fabrics that do not require ironing. "Drip-dry shirts for travel"

Exact synonyms: Drip-dry
Similar to: Unironed, Wrinkled

Definition of Permanent-press

1. Noun. (alternative spelling of permanent press) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Permanent-press

permafrosted
permafrosts
permafrozen
permalancer
permalancers
permalink
permalinks
permalloy
permalloys
permanable
permanence
permanences
permanencies
permanency
permanent
permanent-press (current term)
permanent-press fabric
permanent callus
permanent cartilage
permanent dirt
permanent dominant idea
permanent injunction
permanent magnet
permanent marker
permanent pedicle flap
permanent press
permanent residency
permanent resident
permanent residents
permanent restoration

Literary usage of Permanent-press

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Cotton Ginners Handbook edited by W. S. Anthony, William D. Mayfield (1995)
"permanent-press treatments require the fabric to be treated with a resin solution ... If permanent press is not desired, a so-called natural finish can be ..."

2. The Monthly Review by Charles William Wason (1833)
"The permanent press, as distinct from the daily, teems with productions of a commanding character. There is a great class of authors always existent in ..."

3. Memoranda of a Residence at the Court of London by Richard Rush (1833)
"The permanent press as distinct from the daily, teems with productions. There is a great and powerful class of authors always existent in England, ..."

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