plastic wrap

noun

1. a very thin, transparent sheet of plastic, usually packaged in rolls and often having the ability to cling to other substances, used especially to wrap and store food and for microwave cooking.

Example Sentences

Cover with plastic wrap and allow the dates to soften, about 15 minutes.

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Place a sheet of plastic wrap on the surface of the avocado chutney and store, chilled.

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They covered the metal statue in plastic wrap and blue tarp, over his thick glasses, oversize nose, and smiling mouth.

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Cover with plastic wrap, pressing down against the surface to prevent a skin from forming.

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Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pâté and refrigerate until firm.

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Related Words

• cellophane