polycarbonate
noun
poly·car·bon·ate
ˌpä-lē-ˈkär-bə-ˌnāt 
-nət
: any of various tough transparent thermoplastics characterized by high impact strength and high softening temperature
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As far as durability goes, its polycarbonate exterior is extra tough and performed well in our tests.
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Madison Yauger, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
The frame and roof are made from aluminum, and the windows are all translucent polycarbonate, which allow for a bit of privacy.
—Sabrina Rojas Weiss, Parents, 30 Nov. 2024
Dealers will install bespoke fasteners into each corner of the polycarbonate panel, free of charge.
—Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
The roller is made from a durable polycarbonate and boasts Hinomoto wheels for ultra-smooth gliding.
—Christina Liao, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Madison Yauger, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
The frame and roof are made from aluminum, and the windows are all translucent polycarbonate, which allow for a bit of privacy.
—Sabrina Rojas Weiss, Parents, 30 Nov. 2024
Dealers will install bespoke fasteners into each corner of the polycarbonate panel, free of charge.
—Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
The roller is made from a durable polycarbonate and boasts Hinomoto wheels for ultra-smooth gliding.
—Christina Liao, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Polycarbonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycarbonate. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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