adj, noun ·4 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any polymer whose monomers are linked together by ester bonds countable, uncountable
2. 2
   any of a large class of synthetic fabrics wordnet
3. 3
   A material or fabric made from polyester polymer countable, uncountable
4. 4
   a complex ester used for making fibers or resins or plastics or as a plasticizer wordnet
5. 5
   any of numerous synthetic resins; they are light and strong and weather resistant wordnet

Adjective

1. 1
   Of, or consisting of polyesters. not-comparable

   "Her short stout body was packed into pale pink polyester pants and a matching buttonfront vest."

Synonyms

All synonyms

acryliccorduroycottonfabricnylonplastic

Antonyms

All antonyms

cotton

Example

More examples

"Blood splatter was found on Tom's polyester leisure suit, convicting him of the crime."

Etymology

From poly- + ester.

Related phrases

polyester Protestant

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