DuPont fiber Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, May 7, 2018 · 26-Across
Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between December 2006 and May 2018.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 7, 2018 · 26-Across · 5 letters
ORLON0 of 5 letters revealed
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What does this clue mean?
an acrylic fiber or the lightweight crease-resistant fabric made with Orlon yarns
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