1
: any of a group of smooth textile fibers made from regenerated cellulose by extrusion through minute holes
2
: a rayon yarn, thread, or fabric
Examples of rayon in a Sentence
The shirt is made of rayon.
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They’re also made with stretchy spandex, cotton, and rayon for lasting comfort.
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Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 July 2025
Cotton rayon fabric is soft on the skin, and pockets in the pants are always a plus, especially while traveling.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025
Constructed with jersey fabric that’s made up of rayon and elastane, the dress is lightweight and soft to the touch.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 July 2025
Transcend utilizes a blend of fibers (cotton, rayon, polyester and spandex) to achieve these qualities.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2025
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Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 July 2025
Cotton rayon fabric is soft on the skin, and pockets in the pants are always a plus, especially while traveling.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025
Constructed with jersey fabric that’s made up of rayon and elastane, the dress is lightweight and soft to the touch.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 July 2025
Transcend utilizes a blend of fibers (cotton, rayon, polyester and spandex) to achieve these qualities.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2025
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“Rayon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rayon. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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rayon
noun
ray·on
ˈrā-ˌän 
: a yarn, thread, or fabric made from fibers produced chemically from cellulose
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