Definition

A type of plastic made from long chains of molecules that contain amide groups, commonly used in fabrics and materials like nylon.

Example

The jacket is made of polyamide, which makes it both durable and lightweight.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of polyamide?

Yeah, isn't that what they use to make some types of nylon?

Exactly! It's amazing how strong polyamide can be for different fabrics.

I know, right? It's really popular in activewear these days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polyamide → It is formed from "poly-" (from Greek "polus", meaning many) and "amide" (from Latin "amida", meaning a compound derived from ammonia). The word "polyamide" refers to a type of polymer made from many amide bonds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('poly-') connections or links made from 'amide' compounds — that's what polyamide is, a material made from many amide links.

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