nylon
US /ˈnaɪ.lɑːn/
UK /ˈnaɪ.lɑːn/
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nylon
a tough, lightweight, elastic synthetic polymer, used for fibers, fabrics, and molded articles.
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Her stockings were made of sheer nylon.
Ses bas étaient faits de nylon transparent.
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The rope was made from strong nylon fibers.
La corde était faite de fibres de nylon solides.