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Synthetic rope: rope made from man made fibres or staples. They are damp proof and have immense
strength. They also possess a great resistance to weathering and attack by chemicals; see also Kevlar,
monofilament, polyamide (nylon), polyester, polyethylene, and polypropylene.
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