pol·y·eth·yl·ene (p l  - th  -ln)n. A polymerized ethylene resin, used especially for containers, kitchenware, and tubing, or in the form of films and sheets for packaging. |
polyethylene [ˌpɒlɪˈɛθɪˌliːn]
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(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) another name for polythene
| polyethylene (pl-th-ln) Any of various artificial resins consisting of many ethyl groups (CH2CH2) joined end to end or in branched chains. Polyethylenes are easily molded and are resistant to other chemicals. They can be repeatedly softened and hardened by heating and cooling, and are used for many purposes, such as making containers, tubes, and packaging. |
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| Noun | 1. | polyethylene - a lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation synthetic resin - a resin having a polymeric structure; especially a resin in the raw state; used chiefly in plastics |
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