BPA
1 Americanabbreviation
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Etymology
Origin of BPA
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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BPA is known to interfere with hormone activity and has been associated with fertility issues, developmental problems, and metabolic disorders.
From Science Daily • Jan. 15, 2026
Made without PTFE, lead or BPA, this pan is only available in taupe—though other brands of ceramic cookware come in many colors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025
Several have been linked to autism, including air pollution, certainpesticides, a plastic additive known as BPA and diesel exhaust, which causes “autism-like behavioral changes” in mice.
From Salon • Aug. 21, 2025
The BBC told the BPA about the problems with Syston Town Square Car Park because the operator, Euro Car Parks, is one of its members.
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2025
The move to introduce the panel shows that private parking firms are "serious about raising standards but also making decisive changes to the code when issues arise", BPA chief executive Andrew Pester said.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2025
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