scrim

IPA: skrˈɪm

A kind of light cotton or linen fabric, often woven in openwork patterns, used for curtains, etc,.
A large military scarf, usually camouflage coloured and used for concealment when not used as a scarf.
A woven, nonwoven or knitted fabric composed of continuous strands of material used for reinforcing or strengthening membranes.
(theater) A theater drop that appears opaque when a scene in front is lighted and transparent or translucent when a scene in back is lighted.
(photography) A sheet of gauze etc. used to reduce the intensity of light.
Thin canvas glued on the inside of panels to prevent shrinking, checking, etc.
(online gaming) A practice match between one or more organized teams usually in preparation for a more competitive format, such as a tournament.

Examples of "scrim" in Sentences

It simply adds an additional layer, which the application describes as a "scrim," to the traditional carbon fiber laminating process.
The outside is wrapped with a flowing metal scrim, which is not only beautiful but practical, as it keeps the morning sun off the building.
This paper scrim, which is pre-cut to be a little smaller than the sole bottom, also prevents the plastic from forcing its way between the upper and insole.
It seems that Apple is looking in to the use of carbon fibre composite materials to cut the weight of its next generation of portable devices - and has patented a technique for improving the look via what it describes as a "scrim" layer.
The rims share technology with the more expensive models in the range, including uni-directional carbon fibre construction, boosted stopping performance (thanks to the tactile 'scrim' layer on the brake track) and hidden nipples, which improve aerodynamics.