Bemberg

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noun

The trade name for a type of rayon yarn. Fabrics made from this yarn are frequently used for presentation flags, and for lining suits and coats. Bemberg silk is a less costly, and versatile, substitute for natural silk.

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Meanings

nounBemberg (plural Bembergs)

plural Bembergs

  1. The trade name for a type of rayon yarn. Fabrics made from this yarn are frequently used for presentation flags, and for lining suits and coats. Bemberg silk is a less costly, and versatile, substitute for natural silk.

Origin

The fabric was invented in 1918, and named after J. P. Bemberg, the German developer.

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Bemberg. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Bemberg

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Chicago

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