plastisol

noun plas·ti·sol \ˈplas-tə-ˌsäl, -ˌsȯl\

Definition of PLASTISOL

: a substance consisting of a mixture of a resin and a plasticizer that can be molded, cast, or made into a continuous film by application of heat

plastic + ⁴sol

First Known Use: 1946

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