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Plasticine

//ˈplæs.tɪ.siːn// noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Modeling clay. countable, uncountable

    "Models; how to make paper pulp models; salt and flour models; sand models; plasticine models; chalk and pencil models."

  2. 2
    A brand of modelling clay, a putty-like modelling material made from calcium salts, petroleum jelly and fatty acids.
  3. 3
    a synthetic material resembling clay but remaining soft; used as a substitute for clay or wax in modeling (especially in schools) wordnet

Etymology

Etymology 1

Genericized trademark from the brand name Plasticine.

Etymology 2

From plastic + -ine?

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