Desize

verb

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Verb
  1. 1
    To remove sizing material from (a fabric).

    "In order to desize the fabrics which have been treated for weaving, they must be treated in very hot soap baths […]"

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"In order to desize the fabrics which have been treated for weaving, they must be treated in very hot soap baths […]"

Etymology

From de- + size.

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