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polyethylene
noun poly·eth·yl·ene \-ˈe-thə-ˌlēn\
: a light and strong plastic that is used mainly in sheets for packaging
Full Definition of POLYETHYLENE
: a polymer of ethylene; especially : any of various partially crystalline lightweight thermoplastics (CH2CH2)x that are resistant to chemicals and moisture, have good insulating properties, and are used especially in packaging and insulation
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First Known Use of POLYETHYLENE
1862
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polyethylene
noun poly·eth·yl·ene \ˌpäl-ē-ˈeth-ə-ˌlēn\
Medical Definition of POLYETHYLENE
: a polymer of ethylene; especially : any of various lightweight thermoplastics (CH2CH2)x that are resistant to chemicals and moisture and are used especially in packaging, insulation, surgical implants, prostheses, and tubing
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