Definition of "monofilament" [monofilament]

• A single strand of untwisted synthetic fiber, such as nylon, used especially for fishing line. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

• "A good quality monofilament is easy to use, easy to tie, and cheap to replace."
• "Good monofilament is relatively cheap compared to the overall cost of even a local fishing trip."
• "Low-stretch braided main line enhances bite detection, but 20 - to 25-pound-test monofilament is more common."