Nylon is a generic designation for a family of synthetic polymers composed of polyamides.
First introduced in 1935 by DuPont, nylon was the first commercially successful synthetic thermoplastic polymer.
The term "nylon" also refers to:
1. Nylon stockings - the first major commercial application of the material
2. Nylon strings - used in musical instruments
3. Nylon fabric - widely used in clothing and industrial applications