ASTM D 123 : 2023

1.1.1This terminology, consists mostly of definitions, which are specific to the textile industry. Meanings of the same terms used outside the textile industry can be found in other compilations or in dictionaries of general usage.

1.1.2The specific D13 subcommittee (SC) which has jurisdictional responsibility for every item is the first attribution noted after the definition. The SC terminology standard in which all the terms and definitions appear is listed by number after the jurisdiction for the term. The wording of an entry cannot be changed without the approval of the subcommittee which has jurisdiction. Users of this compilation should also review the SC terminology standard listed for more details or interpretations of these terms and their use by the SC having jurisdiction.

1.4.1Alphabetical listing of terms with definitions followed by SC attribution in brackets and SC terminology standard.

1.4.2Annex A1 Terms Relating to the Hand of Fabrics.

1.4.3Annex A2 Industry Accepted Synonyms.

1.4.4Annex A3 Terminology Taken From D13 Standards That Have Been Withdrawn.

1.4.5Annex A4 Terminology Relating to Leather.

1.4.6Annex A5 Terminology Revision Procedures.

1.4.7Appendix X1 Other Sources of Textile Terminology.