NYLON
/ˈnaɪlɒn/
5-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 10 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of NYLON
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.
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(in the plural) A stocking originally fabricated from nylon; also used generically for any long, sheer stocking worn on a woman's legs.
"I tore a hole in my nylons while walking home through the woods."
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Anagrams of NYLON
nonyl8
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About the word NYLON
Is "NYLON" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "NYLON" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "NYLON" worth?
In Scrabble, "NYLON" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 10 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "NYLON" mean?
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.
What are the anagrams of "NYLON"?
1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as NYLON: NONYL.