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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Canvas Is Strong, Repairable, and Durable While nylon is stronger than cotton, that comparison is only for fabrics of equivalent weights.
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Wes Siler, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024
Some of their bestsellers this winter include its core designs in nylon and spandex, like the Gabriella top and bottom, the Blake Micro Bike Shorts, the Bella Twist-Front One-Piece in crinkle fabric, and the Gigi top and bottom in shimmer fabric.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Meanwhile, the nylon bristles give it the strength to handle thicker, coarser hair by easily penetrating denser textures.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Nov. 2024
Splendid Cash Blend Cardigan Splendid is known for soft, cozy layering pieces that stand the test of time, and in a blend of cashmere, rayon, and nylon, this ribbed cardigan is no exception.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Wes Siler, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024
Some of their bestsellers this winter include its core designs in nylon and spandex, like the Gabriella top and bottom, the Blake Micro Bike Shorts, the Bella Twist-Front One-Piece in crinkle fabric, and the Gigi top and bottom in shimmer fabric.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Meanwhile, the nylon bristles give it the strength to handle thicker, coarser hair by easily penetrating denser textures.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Nov. 2024
Splendid Cash Blend Cardigan Splendid is known for soft, cozy layering pieces that stand the test of time, and in a blend of cashmere, rayon, and nylon, this ribbed cardigan is no exception.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Nylon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nylon. Accessed 26 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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