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Noun: polythene  'pó-lu,theen
Usage: Brit (N. Amer: polyethylene)
  1. A lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation
    - polyethylene

Derived forms: polythenes

Type of: synthetic resin

Encyclopedia: Polythene