English Explanatory Dictionary

polyethylene

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A polymer consisting of many ethylene monomers bonded together; used for kitchenware, containers etc.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

polyethylene polyethylenes

Etymology

From poly- + ethylene.

Synonyms

PE polyethene[IUPAC]] name> polythene

Related words

polymethylene

Derived words

chlorinated polyethylene CPE chlorosulfonated polyethylene CSPE cross-linked polyethylene high-density polyethylene low-density polyethylene PE polyethylene glycol polyethylene terephthalate polyethylenic polywrap Terylene
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