aramid: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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Quick answer
What does “aramid” mean?
A type of strong, heat-resistant synthetic fiber.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A type of strong, heat-resistant synthetic fiber.
A high-performance material used in aerospace, military, and industrial applications for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and thermal stability.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning or usage.
Connotations
Associated with high-tech, protective, and industrial applications equally in both variants.
Frequency
Equally low-frequency in both dialects, confined to specialist fields.
Grammar
How to Use “aramid” in a Sentence
made from [ARAMID]reinforced with [ARAMID]an [ARAMID] fibre[ARAMID]-basedVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “aramid” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The aramid lining provides crucial ballistic protection.
- They developed an aramid-reinforced thermoplastic.
American English
- The aramid layers in the vest stopped the round.
- We need an aramid composite for the fuselage.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in procurement and specification documents for protective gear or composite materials.
Academic
Frequent in materials engineering, polymer science, and aeronautics research papers.
Everyday
Virtually never used in everyday conversation.
Technical
The primary context, detailing the chemical structure, mechanical properties, and applications of the fiber.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “aramid”
- Pronouncing it /əˈreɪmɪd/.
- Using it as a general adjective for 'strong' (e.g., 'an aramid box').
- Confusing it with 'acrylic' or 'carbon fiber'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Kevlar is a well-known brand name for a specific type of aramid fibre. 'Aramid' is the generic class of materials.
They are highly flame-resistant and do not melt or support combustion in normal atmospheres, which is why they are used in protective clothing.
It's a portmanteau of 'aromatic' and 'polyamide', referring to its chemical structure.
Yes, though often invisibly. It's in high-end bicycle tires, sporting goods, smartphone cases, and as reinforcement in automotive hoses and belts.
A type of strong, heat-resistant synthetic fiber.
Aramid is usually technical in register.
Aramid: in British English it is pronounced /ˈærəmɪd/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈærəmɪd/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine a RAM made of aramid fibre: it's incredibly strong and doesn't melt (A-RAM-ID).
Conceptual Metaphor
SYNTHETIC ARMOUR / INDUSTRIAL MUSCLE
Practice
Quiz
What is a primary characteristic of aramid fibre?