man-made fiber(n = noun.substance) synthetic fiber - fiber created from natural materials or by chemical processes;
is a kind of fiber, fibre
has particulars: acrylic, acrylic fiber, nylon

   A fiber created from natural materials or by chemical processes. [WordNet 1.5]

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