Terylene (Noun)
Meaning
A kind of polyester fabric.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Terylene fabric was widely used in outdoor clothing during the 1960s due to its quick-drying properties and durability.
- Many parachutes have traditionally been made from terylene because of its strength and resistance to wear and tear.
- Although nylon and terylene fabrics have similarities, terylene is generally more prone to wrinkles.
- A well-known brand of outdoor gear has been using terylene in their clothing and backpacks for decades.
- The interior lining of this old-fashioned jacket appears to be made from a type of terylene fabric.