English Explanatory Dictionary

plasticine

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Modeling clay.
noun
  1. A brand of modelling clay, a putty-like modelling material made from calcium salts, petroleum jelly and fatty acids.

Pronunciation

/ˈplæs.tɪ.siːn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-plasticine.wav

Word forms

plasticine plasticines plasticene

Etymology

Genericized trademark from the brand name Plasticine.

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