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run-resistant

/ˈrʌn.rɪˌzɪs.tənt/

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adjective

/ˈrʌn.rɪˌzɪs.tənt/formaltechnical
  • ruОписывает ткань или материал, который разработан для предотвращения образования затяжек (лестничных разрывов), обычно используется в чулочно-носочных изделиях или трикотаже.

Describes a fabric or material that is designed to resist the formation of runs (ladder-like tears), typically used in hosiery or knitwear.

  1. Resistant to runs or laddersB2formal

    Describes hosiery, such as stockings or tights, that is designed to prevent the formation of runs (or ladders) in the fabric.

    ruУстойчивый к затяжкам

    • She bought a pair of run-resistant tights for the formal event.
    • These stockings are advertised as run-resistant, lasting longer than regular ones.
    • The new fabric technology makes the hosiery run-resistant.

    Synonymsladder-proofrunproof

Forms
  • more run-resistant comparative form
  • most run-resistant superlative form