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1fiberglass
noun fi·ber·glass \-ˌglas\
: a light and strong material that is made from thin threads of glass and that is used in making various products
Full Definition of FIBERGLASS
1
: glass in fibrous form used in making various products (as glass wool for insulation)
2
: a composite structural material of plastic and fiberglass
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First Known Use of FIBERGLASS
1937
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2fiberglass
verb
Definition of FIBERGLASS
transitive verb
: to protect or repair by applying fiberglass
First Known Use of FIBERGLASS
1967
FIBERGLASS Defined for Kids
fiberglass
noun fi·ber·glass \ˈfī-bər-ˌglas\
Definition of FIBERGLASS for Kids
: glass in the form of fibers used in various products (as filters and insulation)
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