Nomex
[ noh-meks ]
/ ˈnoʊ mɛks /
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Trademark.
a brand of lightweight, heat-resistant aramid fiber used in clothing, especially for firefighters.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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Example sentences from the Web for Nomex
The material's introduction to the world of motorsport began in 1966, when racing driver and safety advocate Bill Simpson met astronaut Pete Conrad, who introduced him to Nomex.
Why racing drivers trust their lives to a fireproof fabric called Nomex|Jonathan M. Gitlin|December 18, 2020|Ars Technica