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ny·lon

nylon

 
pronunciation:
naI lan
part of speech: noun
definition: Nylon is a strong, artificial material used especially to make fabric. Sweaters and socks often contain nylon. Fabric from this material is also called "nylon."
Emma's new backpack is made mostly of nylon.Mrs. Tong likes sweaters made of nylon because they are not itchy.Stockings for women made of nylon became popular after the second world war.