ripstop
1
6.3
Made from a strong cloth that stops small tears from getting bigger
- adjective
- /ˈrɪpˌstɑp/
- Specialized
:
ripstop
- This jacket features a ripstop design that protects it against wear and tear in rugged conditions.
Examples
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She chose a ripstop tarp to cover her tent because it is lightweight and resistant to rips.
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Still seated, wrapped in down and ripstop nylon, I'm taking in all I can see.
Academic text (2007) -
The backpack is made of ripstop fabric, ensuring it won't tear easily during outdoor adventures.
Antonyms
How Resistant
durable
58
3.6
58
3.6
reinforced
36
3.7
36
3.7
ripstop
1
6.3
- Specialized
1
6.3
wrinkle-resistant
1
3.7
1
3.7
weak
315
1.0
315
1.0
fragile
45
3.4
45
3.4
Surface Forms
ripstop positive
Etymology
Ripstop comes from two plain words: rip ('to tear') and stop ('to stop'). It literally means 'stop rips', so a ripstop jacket or tent has a special weave that keeps small tears from growing.