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.
Â· just now. Report Abuse. If it really is viscose rayon, it's probably labeled dry clean only -- and if you wash it, it's likely to turn into a limp rag. It may also stretch instead of shrink.See: http://www.apparelsearch.com/Education/O... If you want to make a piece of clothing more closely fitting, then alter it. just now. Report Abuse. If it really is viscose rayon, it's probably labeled dry clean only -- and if you wash it, it's likely to turn into a limp rag. It may also stretch instead of shrink.