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Glossary of Terms
Tactel |
| A brand name for nylon fibers used by DuPont. |
Taffeta |
| A fine and closely woven plain weave fabric featuring a smooth, shiny surface on both sides. Has a crisp hand. |
Taped Seams |
| A strip of fabric sewn to the seam of a garment to prevent distortion. In outerwear, taped seams aid in waterproofing. |
Taslan |
| The bulking and air texturizing process applied to synthetic or thermoplastic yarns first used and developed by DuPont. The permanent effect is a soft hand, loftiness, covering power and a new yarn texture. No special care is required. |
Teflon |
| A brand name for a stain resistant fabric used by DuPont. |
Toggles |
| Attachments at the ends of drawstrings. |
Tricot |
| A warp knitted fabric with a thin texture which comes from it being made from very fine yarn. The weave gives excellent wear in better quality tailored garments. |
Twill |
| Fabric that features diagonal ridges. Common twills include khakis, chinos and denims. |
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