Nylon is a type of man-made material. It is often used in clothes because it is strong and light. It can stretch without breaking.
My jacket is made of strong nylon.
She bought a nylon scarf for winter.
Nylon is also a kind of plastic. It is used to make strong parts for cars and machines. It can be shaped when heated.
This part is made from nylon plastic.
Nylon is used in car and machine parts.
Nylon is often used to make thin clothing for legs. These clothes are sometimes called 'nylons'. They are popular for their smooth feel.
She wore nylon stockings to the party.
Nylon tights are smooth and light.
In some informal English, especially in the UK, 'nylon' is a slang word for police officers. It is not used formally but in casual speech or stories.
The nylon caught the thief quickly.
Watch out! The nylons are here.
Nylon is used to make strong and thin lines for fishing. Fishermen use nylon lines because they do not break easily and are hard to see in water.
He used nylon for his fishing line.
Nylon fishing line is strong and clear.
Nylon is a special synthetic polymer made to replace natural materials. It was invented in the 1930s and started a new age in making strong, synthetic products.
Nylon was the first synthetic polymer made.
The invention of nylon changed fabric making.
