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Mercenised Cotton

Mercenised cotton refers to a type of cotton fabric that has undergone a mercerization process, which involves treating the cotton fibers with a caustic soda solution to create increased luster, tensile strength, and dye affinity.

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1. Noun: A type of cotton fabric treated with caustic soda in order to enhance its properties.

   She preferred dresses made of mercenised cotton as they had a beautiful sheen.

   The softness and durability of mercenised cotton make it a popular choice for bed linens.

2. Verb: The action of treating cotton fibers with a caustic soda solution to mercerize them.

   The textile company mercenised the cotton before weaving it into fabric.

   To achieve the desired sheen, mercenising the cotton is necessary.

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