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Polythene

//ˈpɑlɪθin// noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    Synonym of polyethylene. countable, uncountable

    "Well, you should see Polythene Pam, / She's so good looking but she looks like a man. / Well, you should see her in drag, / Dressed in her polythene bag. / Yes, you should see Polythene Pam."

  2. 2
    a lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation wordnet

Etymology

Contraction of polyethylene.

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