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monofilament

monofilament

7.2
Made from a single thin continuous strand, like a fishing line
  • adjective
  • /ˌmɒnəˈfɪləmənt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : monofilamento
  • The fishing line was made of high-quality monofilament to ensure durability and strength.

Examples

  • She preferred using monofilament thread for her sewing projects because it was easy to work with.

  • The engineer chose a monofilament wire for the project due to its lightweight properties.

  • The standard commercialization of music due to its almost monofilament physical manifestation and the reactions of true artists to bring music beyond that is something to understand and talk about as it's happening.

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Synonyms

single-stranded
vsmonofilament
  • Specialized
1 5.5

Has only one long chain of atoms instead of two chains joined together

is broader and applies to manmade materials rather than only molecules
unstranded
vsmonofilament
  • Specialized
7.8

Having only one long thin piece of material that carries genes, like RNA, not two

is the same idea but used especially for yarn, fabric, or wire
unifilar
vsmonofilament
  • Specialized
9.9

Having only one thin wire in electrical devices

is the general term for a single continuous strand in materials like fabric

How Many Filaments

three-ply
3.9
two-ply
1 3.1
monofilament
  • Specialized
7.2

Surface Forms

monofilament positive

Morphology

monofilament = monofilament (transparent) = mono + filament

This adjectival use is a straightforward conversion from the noun 'monofilament' with no spelling change.

Etymology

Monofilament combines mono- 'one' and filament 'a thin thread', like the glowing thread in a light bulb. So, calling something monofilament means it is made from a single, continuous strand, which is why fishing line or mesh can be smooth and strong.