It means you get involved. Technically, our local forms of government are not participatory democracies. Officially, participatory democracy is direct democracy, in the sense that all citizens are actively involved in all important decisions.
It shouldn't if washed with gentle care. Rayon is a cellulose fabric and like most cellulose fabrics, it may shrink when washed. If the manufacturer has indicated the garment should be dry cleaned only, do not push your luck. If it is hand-washable though, you can use the gentle cycle on your washing machine and Woolite to get the job done.
I know certain types of rayon shrink up when washed and will stretch back to original size only after being machine dried, but this is not the case with modal. anon114957 Post 57 I bought a night gown by Eileen West with 60 percent cotton and 40 percent modal.