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What is "Ripstop" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 04-Feb-2023 (9 months, 24 days ago)
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Ripstop
A woven fabric with corded yarns spaced at regular intervals in both the warp and filling, forming squares on the surface of the fabric. Originally intended so a tear in the fabric would not spread. Used mainly for outerwear and active wear.

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