Polythene

Common synonyms include: polyethylene, plastic bag, plastic film, plastic made from polyethylene, plastic packaging material, poly bag.

/ˈpɑlɪθin/ noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

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
a lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation wordnet

"Wrap the pots in polythene to retain moisture."

Contraction of polyethylene.