polyethylene terephthalate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A thermoplastic resin of the polyester family used particularly in the manufacture of plastic bottles (PET) and fabrics (Terylene).

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polyethylene terephthalate

From polyethylene + terephthalate.

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