Dacron

 
Pronunciation: /ˈdakrɒn/

noun

[mass noun] trademark
  • a synthetic polyester (polyethylene terephthalate) with tough, elastic properties, used as a textile fabric: a suit of dark blue Dacron [count noun]: square woven Dacrons are the best choice for sails [as modifier]: Dacron three-piece suite

Origin:

1950s: an invented name