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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They’re made specially for hiking from a quick-drying, breathable blend of polyamide and elastane that also provides UPF 40+ protection from the sun’s harmful rays.
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Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
Other types, including polyvinyl chloride or vinyl (PVC), polyamide nylon (PA), polypropylene (PP), and polystyrene (PS), which is typically used in plastic foam, were likely introduced to the water before it was packaged since the packaging was not made from these materials.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, Health, 16 Mar. 2024
From Under Low-Back Baby Tee Bodysuit is constructed from a stretchy polyamide material with a chic ribbed texture, creating the illusion of that perfect tucked in baby tee.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
At the time of publication, the study’s algorithm was able to identify seven types of plastics: polyamide, polypropylene, polyethylene, polymethyl methacrylate, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, and polyethylene terephthalate.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2024
However, the amount of PET was dwarfed by the amount of polyamides, a form of nylon used in the reverse osmosis filters that water is run through before bottling.
—Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2024
The square neckline of this sports bra alongside its thick straps feel comfortable and supportive without ever digging into my skin (which is key for long flights or car rides), while the polyamide and elastane material gently compresses and remains soft and gentle.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2024
The exterior feels thick and durable and is made from a polyamide that still looked as good as new after our testing.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 11 Feb. 2024
These panties are made from super soft polyamide with plenty of elastane for stretchy comfort.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Travel + Leisure, 24 Jan. 2024
Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
Other types, including polyvinyl chloride or vinyl (PVC), polyamide nylon (PA), polypropylene (PP), and polystyrene (PS), which is typically used in plastic foam, were likely introduced to the water before it was packaged since the packaging was not made from these materials.
—Kaitlin Sullivan, Health, 16 Mar. 2024
From Under Low-Back Baby Tee Bodysuit is constructed from a stretchy polyamide material with a chic ribbed texture, creating the illusion of that perfect tucked in baby tee.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024
At the time of publication, the study’s algorithm was able to identify seven types of plastics: polyamide, polypropylene, polyethylene, polymethyl methacrylate, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, and polyethylene terephthalate.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2024
However, the amount of PET was dwarfed by the amount of polyamides, a form of nylon used in the reverse osmosis filters that water is run through before bottling.
—Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2024
The square neckline of this sports bra alongside its thick straps feel comfortable and supportive without ever digging into my skin (which is key for long flights or car rides), while the polyamide and elastane material gently compresses and remains soft and gentle.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2024
The exterior feels thick and durable and is made from a polyamide that still looked as good as new after our testing.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 11 Feb. 2024
These panties are made from super soft polyamide with plenty of elastane for stretchy comfort.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Travel + Leisure, 24 Jan. 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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