Polythene
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɑlɪθin/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Polythene is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) Synonym of polyethylene.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) Synonym of polyethylene.
Example Sentences
Well, you should see Polythene Pam, / She's so good looking but she looks like a man. / Well, you should see her in drag, / Dressed in her polythene bag. / Yes, you should see Polythene Pam.
All that was needed [to make a hula hoop] was a bag of high-density polythene dust, a handful of two-inch wooden plugs, half a pound of wire staples, and the help of a man with an extrusion machine, which simply meant anyone who could make a length of plastic hose.
Word Forms
- polythenes
Synonyms for polythene
Depending on context, synonyms include polyethylene.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include polyethylene, poly, polyethene, polyetherether, polypropene, polypropylene.
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