English Explanatory Dictionary

styrofoam

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Expanded polystyrene foam, such as is used in cups and packaging.

Pronunciation

/ˈstaɪ.ɹə.fəʊm/ /ˈstaɪ.ɹə.foʊm/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-styrofoam.wav

Word forms

styrofoam styrofoams

Etymology

Genericized trademark of Styrofoam, from -styr- (from polystyrene) + -o- + foam.

Derived words

styro styrofoamed styrofoam popcorn styrofoamy
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