: any of a group of lightweight but very strong heat-resistant synthetic aromatic polyamide materials that are fashioned into fibers, filaments, or sheets and used especially in textiles and plastics
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The micro-weave of aramid disperses oils, prevents slipping, and maintains consistent grip over time.
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New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
The outer layer is often an aramid fiber like Nomex, which carbonizes rather than melting in heat.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
Whether foam ends up dominating the pickleball market remains to be seen, but people who play nearly every day will also appreciate that this paddle uses an aramid carbon fiber face that is more durable than raw carbon and that the foam absorbs more vibration.
—Martin Cizmar, Wired News, 20 July 2025
The Limitless is available in different finishes, such as leather, walnut and aramid fiber.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
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New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
The outer layer is often an aramid fiber like Nomex, which carbonizes rather than melting in heat.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025
Whether foam ends up dominating the pickleball market remains to be seen, but people who play nearly every day will also appreciate that this paddle uses an aramid carbon fiber face that is more durable than raw carbon and that the foam absorbs more vibration.
—Martin Cizmar, Wired News, 20 July 2025
The Limitless is available in different finishes, such as leather, walnut and aramid fiber.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Aramid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aramid. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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aramid
noun
ar·a·mid
ˈar-ə-məd 
-ˌmid
: any of a group of light but very strong heat-resistant synthetic materials used especially in woven fabrics and plastics
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