noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A brand name for a para-aramid fiber Alternative letter-case form of kevlar. uncountable
2. 2
   (Fabric, cordage, etc made of) aramid fiber, an exceptionally strong, light, man-made fibre used to strengthen cables and sheet materials, e.g. in stab-resistant vests. uncountable
3. 3
   A piece of personal protective equipment made from Kevlar, such as a helmet or a vest. US, countable, slang

Synonyms

All synonyms

aramid fiberaramid-baseddurablekevlar-basedkevlar-coatedkevlar-containing

Antonyms

All antonyms

delicatefragilenon Kevlarnonkevlar reinforced

Etymology

Kevlar, a trademarked name