polymer string

[ˈpɑːlɪmər strɪŋ]
nounpl: polymer strings
fio de polímero
1. A thin strand or cord made from synthetic polymer materials, used in various applications such as textiles, fishing, construction, or industrial purposes
The fishing line is made from a durable polymer string that resists UV damage.
O fio de pesca é feito de um fio de polímero durável que resiste a danos UV.
2. In computing, a data structure representing a sequence of characters or values composed of polymer-based materials in physical contexts
The new tennis racket uses a polymer string for better performance and longevity.
A nova raquete de tênis usa um fio de polímero para melhor desempenho e longevidade.
Polymer strings are increasingly common in industrial and sporting contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, particularly in fishing communities, synthetic polymer strings have largely replaced natural fibers due to durability and cost-effectiveness. The term is primarily used in technical, sporting, and industrial contexts rather than in everyday casual conversation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
synthetic stringpolymer cordpolymer filamentnylon stringsynthetic fiber strand
Antonyms / Antônimos
natural stringcotton stringhemp stringsilk string

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fio de polímero
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
fio polimérico
More technical/industrial terminology
Rio de Janeiro
fio de polímero
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
fio de polímero
Identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts

Related Words

polymersynthetic materialfishing linemonofilamentcordagetextile

Related Idioms & Phrases

to string along (manipulate with false promises)
pull the strings (control behind the scenes)
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