Synthetic fiber used in bicycle tires and bulletproof vests Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Friday, February 7, 2014 · 36-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, February 7, 2014.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 7, 2014 · 36-Across · 6 letters
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(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.
noun
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