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How to pronounce “nylon

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Pronunciation guide for nylon

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of nylon with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
Designing a 3D Printerof go together and then uh there's nylon
Definition summary
Originally, the DuPont company trade name for polyamide, a copolymer whose molecules consist of alternating diamine and dicarboxylic acid monomers bonded together; now generically used for this type of polymer.

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How to pronounce nylon

Designing a 3D Printer

of go together and then uh there's nylon

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “nylon

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • Originally, the DuPont company trade name for polyamide, a copolymer whose molecules consist of alternating diamine and dicarboxylic acid monomers bonded together; now generically used for this type of polymer.
  • (in the plural) A stocking originally fabricated from nylon; also used generically for any long, sheer stocking worn on a woman's legs.
  • (perjoratively, by comparison to silk) A Queen's Counsel, King's Counsel or Senior Counsel who was appointed as a courtesy, rather than on merit.

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Similar Sounds

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