polyamide
noun
poly·am·ide ˌpä-lē-ˈa-ˌmīd 
-məd
: a compound characterized by more than one amide group
especially : a polymeric amide (such as nylon)
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web This pair is made to keep up with your stride thanks to its fabric blend of polyamide, polyester and elastane for the perfect storm of comfort and freedom of movement. 
Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2022 The polyester gives the material its trademark softness, and the polyamide lends absorbency. Talon Homer, Popular Mechanics, 27 May 2022 As an homage to the Swedish tradition of ice bathing, Filippa K’s new creative director Liisa Kessler launched a new line of clean-lined swimsuits made from a combination of upcycled velvets from the brand’s past collections and recycled polyamide. Madeline Fass, Vogue, 26 May 2022 The compressive recycled polyamide/elastane fabric keeps everything in place no matter the beach activity. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022 Pieces are also made with sustainable fabrics and materials, such as Lenzing Ecovero viscose (a fiber derived wood and pulp) and recycled polyester, zinc, brass and polyamide. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Apr. 2022 The diagonal seam adds compression to this flattering silhouette, and the fabric is made of a blend of elastane and recycled polyamide. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Apr. 2022 This nautical one-piece is made of a custom fabric blend of 78% recycled polyamide from post-consumer materials and nylon waste like old fishing nets that clog up our oceans. Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 21 Apr. 2022 It’s made of recycled polyamide and Xtra Life Lycra and comes in sizes XS to XL. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Apr. 2022 See More
Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2022 The polyester gives the material its trademark softness, and the polyamide lends absorbency. Talon Homer, Popular Mechanics, 27 May 2022 As an homage to the Swedish tradition of ice bathing, Filippa K’s new creative director Liisa Kessler launched a new line of clean-lined swimsuits made from a combination of upcycled velvets from the brand’s past collections and recycled polyamide. Madeline Fass, Vogue, 26 May 2022 The compressive recycled polyamide/elastane fabric keeps everything in place no matter the beach activity. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022 Pieces are also made with sustainable fabrics and materials, such as Lenzing Ecovero viscose (a fiber derived wood and pulp) and recycled polyester, zinc, brass and polyamide. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Apr. 2022 The diagonal seam adds compression to this flattering silhouette, and the fabric is made of a blend of elastane and recycled polyamide. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Apr. 2022 This nautical one-piece is made of a custom fabric blend of 78% recycled polyamide from post-consumer materials and nylon waste like old fishing nets that clog up our oceans. Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 21 Apr. 2022 It’s made of recycled polyamide and Xtra Life Lycra and comes in sizes XS to XL. Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Apr. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
probably borrowed from German Polyamid, from poly- poly- + Amid amide
First Known Use
1929, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
polyamide
noun
poly·am·ide ˌpäl-ē-ˈam-ˌīd, -əd
: a compound characterized by more than one amide group
especially : a polymer containing a long chain of amides