ripstop
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rip·stop

adjective \ˈrip-ˌstäp\

Definition of RIPSTOP

: of, relating to, or being a fabric woven with a double thread at regular intervals so that small tears do not spread <ripstop nylon>
ripstop noun

First Known Use of RIPSTOP

1949

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