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polymer

UK
/ˈpɒl.ɪ.mə/
US
/ˈpɑː.lɪ.mɚ/

Translations

polymernoun
polymers
pl
UK
/ˈpɒl.ɪ.mə/
US
/ˈpɑː.lɪ.mɚ/
The scientist studied the properties of the new polymer.
Ученый изучал свойства нового полимера.
Synonyms
macromolecule
plastic
resin
synthetic material
biopolymer
polymeradjective
UK
/ˈpɒl.ɪ.mər/
US
/ˈpɑː.lɪ.mɚ/
Used attributively before a noun to denote relation to polymers (e.g., "polymer chemistry").

Definitions

polymernoun
A large molecule composed of many repeated subunits, known as monomers, which are bonded together.
The scientist explained that plastic is a type of polymer made from long chains of hydrocarbons.
A substance that has a molecular structure consisting chiefly or entirely of a large number of similar units bonded together, used in the creation of materials such as plastics and resins.
The new polymer developed in the lab is both lightweight and incredibly strong, making it ideal for aerospace applications.
polymeradjective
Relating to, consisting of, or made with polymers.
The engineers applied a polymer coating to improve durability.
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