nylon

[ˈnaɪlɑn]

nylon Definition

  • 1a tough, lightweight, elastic synthetic polymer with a protein-like chemical structure, able to be produced as filaments, sheets, or molded objects
  • 2stockings made of nylon

Using nylon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nylon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rope is made of nylon, which is very strong and durable.

  • Example

    She wore a dress made of nylon.

  • Example

    Nylon stockings were first introduced in the United States in 1940.

nylon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nylon

Phrases with nylon

  • a type of hosiery made from nylon

    Example

    She wore a pair of nylon stockings with her dress.

  • a type of guitar that has strings made of nylon instead of metal

    Example

    He played a beautiful melody on his nylon guitar.

  • a type of rope made from nylon fibers

    Example

    The climbers used a nylon rope to climb the mountain.

Origins of nylon

coined in 1938, from 'New York' and 'London', the two cities where it was first manufactured

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Summary: nylon in Brief

Nylon [ˈnaɪlɑn] is a synthetic polymer that is tough, lightweight, and elastic. It can be produced as filaments, sheets, or molded objects. Nylon is also used to make stockings, which were first introduced in the United States in 1940.