fibreglass
Britishnoun
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material consisting of matted fine glass fibres, used as insulation in buildings, in fireproof fabrics, etc
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a fabric woven from this material or a light strong material made by bonding fibreglass with a synthetic resin; used for car bodies, boat hulls, etc
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On the Sunshine Coast, visitors regularly stop to take photos next to The Big Pineapple, a heritage-listed 16m-tall fibreglass model of the fruit, which has become a local landmark.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
MPS Body & Paint painted an orange fibreglass breastplate that Kim Kardashian wore to the New York event, considered the biggest night in fashion.
From BBC ● May 5, 2026
While the museum representation is scrupulously faithful to what is known of the original vessel's design and dimensions, it was built largely with fibreglass and other man-made materials.
From Barron's ● Apr. 28, 2026
Common insulation materials include fibreglass, non-combustible mineral wool, foam boards and natural fibre such as wood or cork.
From BBC ● Mar. 25, 2026
They are often homemade and constructed using fibreglass and plywood.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2025
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