plastic — a synthetic material made from polymers that can be molded into shape
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a synthetic material made from polymers that can be molded into shape
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈplæstɪk/
Example Sentences
- My mom's plastic smile when she sees my report card is scarier than her angry face.
- Scientists are developing biodegradable plastic to reduce environmental damage.
- The plastic surgeon made my nose so perfect that even I don't recognize myself.
plastic
NOUN[/ˈplæstɪk/]
a synthetic material made from polymers that can be molded into shape
Worker molds liquid polymer into plastic bottles on factory line
This elastic plastic is truly fantastic!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'plastique' and Latin 'plasticus', derived from Greek 'plastikos' meaning 'capable of being molded or shaped', from 'plassein' meaning 'to mold or form'.
Breakdown
plast- (mold, shape) + -ic (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to') = plastic (capable of being molded or relating to moldable materials)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's plastic smile when she sees my report card is scarier than her angry face.”
“Scientists are developing biodegradable plastic to reduce environmental damage.”
“The plastic surgeon made my nose so perfect that even I don't recognize myself.”
“Many countries are banning single-use plastic products.”
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