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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Material: Recycled nylon, lycra spandex | Sizes: 4–18 | Colors: 4
Tempt Me One-Shoulder Swim Dress
$40 at Amazon
Modest yet stylish, this Amazon gem is a quality find for a low price.
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Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 9 July 2024
This is the biggest difference from Lash Princess, which has a traditional nylon brush that can create even more volume.
—Talia Gutierrez, Allure, 8 July 2024
So, leading up to the Cherry Festival parade and after — from Wednesday to Saturday — a 97-foot tall and 72-foot diameter ripstop nylon balloon — Smokey’s head and ranger hat — is set to be inflated in the late afternoon at the Village at Grand Travers Commons.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 3 July 2024
Shop More Lululemon Belt Bags From $29 Everywhere Belt Bag 1L Ripstop
Available in Lululemon's most recognizable polyester and nylon fabric, this style can be worn as a belt bag or crossbody.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 28 June 2024
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Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 9 July 2024
This is the biggest difference from Lash Princess, which has a traditional nylon brush that can create even more volume.
—Talia Gutierrez, Allure, 8 July 2024
So, leading up to the Cherry Festival parade and after — from Wednesday to Saturday — a 97-foot tall and 72-foot diameter ripstop nylon balloon — Smokey’s head and ranger hat — is set to be inflated in the late afternoon at the Village at Grand Travers Commons.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 3 July 2024
Shop More Lululemon Belt Bags From $29 Everywhere Belt Bag 1L Ripstop
Available in Lululemon's most recognizable polyester and nylon fabric, this style can be worn as a belt bag or crossbody.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 28 June 2024
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“Nylon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nylon. Accessed 15 Jul. 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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