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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Type: Duffel | Dimensions: 59 x 21.75 x 24.5 inches | Max Tree Size: 9 feet | Material: Oxford canvas, PVC, nylon | Wheels: Yes
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Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
The nylon/spandex blend was soft against the skin and did a good job wicking sweat.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 14 Dec. 2024
The five-piece collection, which includes a crossbody bag, a backpack, a duffel, and more is differentiated by its blending of the saddle-quality leather that the brand is known for with a much lighter—but aesthetically simpatico—Italian nylon.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Tumi’s ultra-durable fabric is made with ballistic nylon, material known for its resistance to abrasion and tears.
—Neha Tandon, Glamour, 11 Dec. 2024
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Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
The nylon/spandex blend was soft against the skin and did a good job wicking sweat.
—Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 14 Dec. 2024
The five-piece collection, which includes a crossbody bag, a backpack, a duffel, and more is differentiated by its blending of the saddle-quality leather that the brand is known for with a much lighter—but aesthetically simpatico—Italian nylon.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Tumi’s ultra-durable fabric is made with ballistic nylon, material known for its resistance to abrasion and tears.
—Neha Tandon, Glamour, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Nylon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nylon. Accessed 21 Dec. 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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