noun
- A synthetic fiber made from cellulose, used in textiles and clothing; a type of rayon.
Usage: chiefly British; trademark in some contexts; largely historical; less common in modern usage
Examples
- The vintage dress was made of fibranne, a popular synthetic fabric in the mid-20th century.
- Fibranne was marketed as an affordable alternative to silk.
- The label indicated the garment contained 100% fibranne.
- During the 1950s, fibranne became a common material in affordable clothing lines.