nylon

noun

ny·lon ˈnī-ˌlän

: any of numerous strong tough elastic synthetic polyamide materials that are fashioned into fibers, filaments, bristles, or sheets and used especially in textiles and plastics

nylons plural : stockings made of nylon

Examples of nylon in a Sentence

The rope is made of nylon.

Recent Examples on the Web Shoes made from canvas, nylon, cotton, and polyester are typically fine to throw in the washing machine. —

Alyssa Rotunno, Travel + Leisure, 17 Nov. 2023 Join the fairy girl fall movement with the new accessory everyone’s wearing: sheer nylon socks. —

Anna Tingley, Variety, 16 Nov. 2023 They’re durably made, with a mix of tough nylon and suede, and have a Gore-Tex liner that keeps feet dry on creek crossings or hiking in the rain. —

Ebony Roberts, wsj.com, 13 Nov. 2023 The airship has 13 rip-stop nylon gas bags inside its rigid carbon-fiber and titanium frame that are continuously monitored using LIDAR to ensure the airship is properly balanced, buoyant, and performing well. —

Harry Guinness, Popular Science, 9 Nov. 2023 It’s also made from a soft, stretchy, and comfortable nylon blend that is cozy yet breathable. —

Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 31 Oct. 2023 The Tactical Pant is 58 percent cotton, which is great, but then comes 29 percent nylon (boo), and 13 percent elastane (boo). —

WIRED, 3 Nov. 2023 This dress is constructed from yarn derived from a blend of polyester, acrylic, nylon, and wool, which gives it a breathable, warm, and super soft feel. —

Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 31 Oct. 2023 And the food-safe silicone is more gentle than typical nylon bristles. —

Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2023 See More

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