flocking

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flocking [′fläk·iŋ]

(textiles)

A design or a surface finish made by spraying short fibers so that they adhere electrostatically to a material.

flock spraying, flocking

The creation of a textured effect similar to suede or felt by blowing fibers of cotton, silk, nylon, or other material onto a tacky film of varnish.

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