1
: 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
2
nylons plural
: stockings made of nylon
Examples of nylon in a Sentence
The rope is made of nylon.
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Cotton or linen blends work if treated with a water-repellant finish (like Scotchgard), while Polyester, nylon, or olefin (polypropylene) are strong, budget-friendly, and inherently stain resistant.
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Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
The viscose, polyester, and nylon mix fabric is soft and thick enough to keep you warm but not too hot.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
Casual outerwear including sporty anoraks, techy nylon blousons and utility jackets at Prada, Fendi [and] Versace.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Knix’s Longevity Sports Bra is made of 55% nylon and 45% spandex, and has a scoop neckline with crisscross straps in the back.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
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Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
The viscose, polyester, and nylon mix fabric is soft and thick enough to keep you warm but not too hot.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
Casual outerwear including sporty anoraks, techy nylon blousons and utility jackets at Prada, Fendi [and] Versace.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Knix’s Longevity Sports Bra is made of 55% nylon and 45% spandex, and has a scoop neckline with crisscross straps in the back.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
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“Nylon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nylon. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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nylon
noun
ny·lon
ˈnī-ˌlän 
1
: any of numerous strong tough elastic synthetic materials used especially in textiles and plastics
2
plural
: stockings made of nylon
nylon
adjective
Etymology
coined from meaningless word elements
Medical Definition
nylon
noun
ny·lon
ˈnī-ˌlän
: any of numerous strong tough elastic synthetic polyamide materials that are fashioned into fibers, filaments, bristles, or sheets
nylon sutures and prosthetic devices
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