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Noun: polyethylene  ,pó-lee'e-thu,leen
  1. A lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation
    - polythene [Brit]

Derived forms: polyethylenes

Type of: synthetic resin

Encyclopedia: Polyethylene

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