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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Abigail Wise, Outside Online, 16 Nov. 2024
The blue nylon strap showcases Denham’s denim stitching.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 Nov. 2024
It is made from a blend of 33% alpaca, 25% wool, 22% nylon and 20% mohair.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 23 Oct. 2024
Canvas Is Strong, Repairable, and Durable While nylon is stronger than cotton, that comparison is only for fabrics of equivalent weights.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Nylon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nylon. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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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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