permanent press
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permanent press
n.
1. A chemical process in which fabrics are permanently shaped and treated for wrinkle resistance.
2. A fabric treated by permanent press. In both senses also called durable press.
per′ma·nent-press′ adj.
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permanent press
n
(Textiles)
a. a chemical treatment for clothing that makes the fabric crease-resistant and sometimes provides a garment with a permanent crease or pleats
b. (as modifier): permanent-press skirts.
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per′manent press′
n.
1. a process in which a fabric is chemically treated to make it wrinkle-resistant so as to require little or no ironing after washing.
2. the condition of a fabric so treated.
[1960–65]
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Noun | 1. | permanent press - a fabric that has been chemically processed to resist wrinkles and hold its shape |
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