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bakelite

Translations

bakelitenoun
bakelites
pl
bakéliteNom du matériau plastique thermodurcissable.
The vintage radio was made from Bakelite, giving it a distinct, glossy appearance.
La radio vintage était en bakélite, ce qui lui donnait un aspect brillant et distinctif.
Additional translations
bakélitePar métonymie, pour désigner un objet fabriqué en bakélite.
Synonyms
phenol-formaldehyde resin
phenolic resin
thermosetting plastic
early plastic
synthetic resin
molded plastic

Definitions

bakelitenoun
A type of early plastic, developed in the early 20th century, known for its heat-resistant and electrically non-conductive properties, often used in electrical insulators and early consumer products.
The vintage radio was made from Bakelite, giving it a distinct, glossy appearance.
An article or object manufactured from Bakelite plastic.
She collects bakelites such as vintage bracelets and radios.
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