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Lycra vs Polycotton - What's the difference?

lycra | polycotton |

As nouns the difference between lycra and polycotton

is that lycra is spandex while polycotton is a fabric made from a blend of cotton and artificial fibres, especially of polyester fibres.

lycra

English

Noun

  • (uncountable) Trademark . A type of synthetic elastic fabric and fibre (spandex) used for tight-fitting garments, such as swimming costumes.
  • (uncountable) Clothing made from such materials, especially with reference to cycling shorts.
  • (countable) A tight-fitting garment made of Lycra.

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    * (wikipedia "Lycra")

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    polycotton

    English

    Noun

  • A fabric made from a blend of cotton and artificial fibres, especially of polyester fibres