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microbead

UK
/ˈmaɪkrəʊbiːd/
US
/ˈmaɪkroʊbiːd/

Translations

microbeadnoun
microbeads
pl
UK
/ˈmaɪkrəʊbiːd/
US
/ˈmaɪkroʊbiːd/
Microbeads are often used in exfoliating facial scrubs.
Микрошарики часто используются в отшелушивающих скрабах для лица.
Synonyms
microplastic
bead
particle
granule
microbeadadjective
UK
/ˈmaɪ.krəʊˌbiːd/
US
/ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌbid/
Used attributively before another noun to denote that the following noun contains or relates to microbeads.
Synonyms
microbeaded
beaded
bead-like
granular
particulate
microplastic
pelleted
microbeadsnoun

microbead

microbeads
pl
Microbeads are often used in cosmetic products for exfoliation.
Микрошарики часто используются в косметических продуктах для отшелушивания.
Synonyms
microplastics
tiny beads
small particles
plastic beads

Definitions

microbeadnoun
A small, solid, manufactured plastic particle that is typically used in personal care products for exfoliation or cleansing purposes.
The face wash contains microbeads that help to exfoliate the skin.
An extremely small bead of material, such as glass or magnetic particles, often used in scientific, medical, or industrial applications.
Magnetic microbeads were used to separate the proteins in the sample.
microbeadadjective
Containing or composed of microbeads; relating to products that include microbeads.
The company introduced a microbead scrub that gently cleanses the skin.
microbeadsnoun
Tiny, solid plastic particles used in personal care products, such as exfoliants and cleansers, that are often washed down drains and can contribute to environmental pollution.
The face scrub I used contained microbeads, which I later learned can harm marine life.
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