polyamide
noun
poly·am·ide
ˌpä-lē-ˈa-ˌmīd 
-məd
: a compound characterized by more than one amide group
especially
: a polymeric amide (such as nylon)
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This year was no exception with the brand’s Ski Ultralight Tall sock, which sits right below the knee and is made from a durable blend of 64 percent polyamide, 22 percent merino wool, and 14 percent spandex.
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Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 10 Oct. 2024
Konik did note that those firms with exposure to commodities such as nylon or other polyamides and polyesters, could garner some investor focus.
—Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Colors: 11 | Materials: Polyester, polyamide, elastane Pro Tip!
—Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2024
Made with 80 percent polyamide and 20 percent spandex, the pants are soft on the skin and move with the body for an ultra-comfortable experience.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2024
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Stephanie Pearson, Outside Online, 10 Oct. 2024
Konik did note that those firms with exposure to commodities such as nylon or other polyamides and polyesters, could garner some investor focus.
—Vicki M. Young, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Colors: 11 | Materials: Polyester, polyamide, elastane Pro Tip!
—Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2024
Made with 80 percent polyamide and 20 percent spandex, the pants are soft on the skin and move with the body for an ultra-comfortable experience.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2024
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polyamide
noun
poly·am·ide
ˌpäl-ē-ˈam-ˌīd, -əd
: a compound characterized by more than one amide group
especially
: a polymer containing a long chain of amides
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