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thermoplastic
[ thur-muh-plas-tik ]
/ ˌθɜr məˈplæs tɪk /
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adjective
soft and pliable when heated, as some plastics, without any change of the inherent properties.
noun
a plastic of this type.
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OTHER WORDS FROM thermoplastic
ther·mo·plas·tic·i·ty [thur-moh-pla-stis-i-tee], /ˌθɜr moʊ plæˈstɪs ɪ ti/, nounnon·ther·mo·plas·tic, adjective, nounWords nearby thermoplastic
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How to use thermoplastic in a sentence
After sewing, manufacturers fuse thermoplastic tape with heat and pressure over the seams to prevent this.
This stiff thermoplastic sheath serves a similar purpose of adding responsiveness and propulsion underfoot, yet with some added flexibility.
Made of thermoplastic polyurethane, it can absorb falls but doesn’t add bulk.
It comes vet recommended and is made from a rugged thermoplastic polymer that is perfect for moderate and in most cases, severe chewers.
British Dictionary definitions for thermoplastic
thermoplastic
/ (ˌθɜːməʊˈplæstɪk) /
adjective
(of a material, esp a synthetic plastic or resin) becoming soft when heated and rehardening on cooling without appreciable change of propertiesCompare thermosetting
noun
a synthetic plastic or resin, such as polystyrene, with these properties
Derived forms of thermoplastic
thermoplasticity (ˌθɜːməʊplæˈstɪsɪtɪ), nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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Scientific definitions for thermoplastic
thermoplastic
[ thûr′mə-plăs′tĭk ]
Of or relating to a compound that can be repeatedly made soft and hard through heating and cooling. Polyethylene and polystyrene are thermoplastic resins. Compare thermosetting.
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