The rope is made of nylon.
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First Known Use: 1938
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same year: a strong material that is made from a chemical process and that is used for making clothes, ropes, and other products
nylons : clothing for women made of nylon that fits closely over the feet and legs and goes up to the waist
See words that rhyme with nylon Spanish Central: Translation of nylon Nglish: Translation of nylon for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of nylon for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about nylon
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