What is another word for mercerised?
Pronunciation: [mˈɜːsəɹˌa͡ɪzd] (IPA) 
Mercerisation is the process of treating cotton yarn or fabric with a caustic soda solution to make it stronger, smoother and shinier. There are other words that can be used to describe mercerised cotton, such as lustrous, silky, glossy, shiny, polished and sleek. Mercerised cotton is also referred to as pearl cotton, pearl twist or pearl yarn due to its pearlescent sheen. Mercerised cotton is a popular choice for high-quality clothing, particularly dress shirts, as well as bed linen and towels due to its strength, smoothness and ability to absorb dye and retain colour. The process was named after John Mercer, the English chemist who discovered it in 1844.
