cellophane

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Any of a variety of transparent plastic films, especially one made of processed cellulose.
verb
  1. To wrap or package in cellophane.

Pronunciation

sělʹəfān /ˈsɛləfeɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-cellophane.wav

Word forms

cellophane cellophanes cellophaning cellophaned

Etymology

Genericized trademark. Blend of cellulose + diaphane.

Related words

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