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nylon

/nahy-lon/US // ˈnaɪ lɒn //UK // (ˈnaɪlɒn) //

尼龙,尼龙类,尼泊尔,尼隆

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : any of a class of thermoplastic polyamides capable of extrusion when molten into fibers, sheets, etc., of extreme toughness, strength, and elasticity, synthesized by the interaction of a dicarboxylic acid with a diamine: used especially for yarn, fabrics, and bristles, as for brushes.
    • : nylons, stockings made of nylon, especially sheer, full-length ones for women.

Examples

  • Made in Vermont from rugged goat leather, and hand-stitched with thick nylon thread to prevent seam tears, they’re the most durable work gloves I’ve ever tested.

  • Made from a soft, lightweight combination of nylon and spandex, it offers UPF 50 protection for sunny days when I want a little extra shielding from the sun between sets.

  • Instead of traditional sidearms, the company uses a thin nylon strap to hold them on your face, like a permanent version of sunglasses straps that you can tighten.

  • This chemical carried the acid out of the nylon thread as it dried.

  • This chair is just big enough for two people, with dual beverage holders on either arm, and it’s made from tough nylon fabric that’s sure to withstand years of abuse.

  • Alice wore a black nylon rain jacket that looked as if it was ill prepared to deal with the coming chill.

  • They are unapologetically uncool, the men in white nylon jumpsuits and the women in “artsy” drop earrings.

  • Four of them carried a thick black nylon body bag, two to a side, and loaded it into the middle of the hull.

  • The mother unties the palm staves from the mattress, then takes the nylon ropes and ties the mattress to the boat.

  • Other techniques included laser-cut laces, braiding, and high-gloss liquid fabrics made from silk and nylon.

  • Conservatively dressed—matching coat and trousers of orange nylon tweed—royal blue half-brim bowler—carrying a blue brief case.

  • From his pocket he took a long strip of cloth and some of the tough nylon cords from the net.

  • I gave her a nylon nightgown and a little nylon coat that went on and she was sitting and touching it.

  • He was firmly attached to the ship by a long nylon rope which he hooked to rings set on the outer shell.

  • Then he hastily drew off his left gauntlet and the thin nylon glove that was the inner protection of his suit.