desize
To remove sizing material from (a fabric).
Verb
- To remove sizing material from (a fabric).
- In order to desize the fabrics which have been treated for weaving, they must be treated in very hot soap baths […] - 1923, Maurice Ernest Bouvier, "Process of Treating Fabrics for Removing Sizing or Gum Therefrom",...
Origin
From de- + size.