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polyamide Definition

poly·am·ide (päl′ē amīd′)

noun

any of various natural or synthetic compounds having two or more amide groups; esp., a polymeric amide, as nylon

Etymology: poly- + amide

polyamide Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • modify: VOS - Flexible, medium duty nylon conduit Produced from specially modified polyamide ( PA6 ).
  • use: These enhanced doors use polyamide thermal break technology and are designed to accept glass units up to 32mm thick.
  • produce: In 1928 he discovered the reaction that produces a synthetic polyamide.

Adjective modifier

  • soft: Made of soft polyamide and elastane jersey, it rests under the belly.
  • synthetic: In 1928 he discovered the reaction that produces a synthetic polyamide.
  • smooth: The smooth polyamide provides an athletic looking fit and there's a cool buckle detail at the waist to complete this great trunk.

Modifies a noun

  • net: It is made from a virtually non-adherent woven hypoallergenic polyamide net that allows exudate to pass through the pores into the secondary dressing.
  • fabric: Firstly and most importantly the garment is waterproof and breathable with the Isotex coated lightweight polyamide fabric.
  • window: Venting Before venting, the manual gate valve between the magnet chamber and the beam line must be closed to protect the polyamide window.
  • trimming: Polyamide trimmings inside the leg of the trousers prevents water from soaking up the lining.
  • lining: Both pieces 100 % polyester shell with 100 % polyamide lining.

Noun used with modifier

  • %: Made in extremely durable 100 % polyamide for a long service life.

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