ripstop

adjective

rip·​stop ˈrip-ˌstäp 

: 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

Examples of ripstop in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Patagonia aims to solve that problem with the Durable parka, which has a 75-denier, ripstop nylon/polyester face fabric that borrows technology from their Workwear line and is significantly less prone to tears than other parkas. —Jakob Schiller, Outside, 18 Nov. 2025

Made from ripstop fabric with a durable nylon base, this versatile pack is designed with a variety of thoughtful details. —Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 31 Oct. 2025

Crafted out of a water-resistant and durable ripstop nylon material, it’s designed with RFID-blocking technology and is small enough to fit into a crossbody bag or jacket pocket. —Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025

Made with ripstop polyester that’s lightweight and water-repellent, it’s built to handle whatever adventure comes your way. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ripstop

• atop
• backdrop
• backstop
• bebop
• blacktop
• bookshop
• clatsop
• desktop
• eavesdrop
• estop
• hardtop
• hilltop