polypropylene

noun

poly·​pro·​pyl·​ene ˌpä-lē-ˈprō-pə-ˌlēn How to pronounce polypropylene (audio)
: any of various thermoplastic plastics or fibers that are polymers of propylene

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Advertisement Stanley said the recall includes double-walled mugs sold in a variety of colors including white, black and green, in 12-ounce, 16-ounce and 20-ounce sizes with a polypropylene lid. Michelle Chapman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024 The recall affects Switchback and Trigger Action travel mugs in 12-ounce, 16-ounce, and 20-ounce sizes with a polypropylene lid, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024 The fabric of this collectible piece of design was created using the iconic red polypropylene ropes from the monumental artwork by Christo and Jeanne-Claude titled L’Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped 1961–2021. Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 All of the equipment is carried on an industrial-strength polypropylene utility cart, allowing the system to be wheeled around in emergency rooms or shelters. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 8 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for polypropylene 

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First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of polypropylene was in 1935

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“Polypropylene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polypropylene. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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