thermoplastic

adjective

ther·​mo·​plas·​tic ˌthər-mə-ˈpla-stik How to pronounce thermoplastic (audio)
: capable of softening or fusing when heated and of hardening again when cooled
thermoplastic synthetic resins
compare thermosetting
thermoplastic noun
thermoplasticity noun

Examples of thermoplastic in a Sentence

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The shoe outsole is placed onto a robotic arm which rotates while the spray releases a single continuous string of thermoplastic filament. Tim Genske, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024 The body is made with a comfortable cotton and elastane material while the leakproof layer has three layers of 100% polyester, including one that has a thermoplastic polyurethane coating. Gabrielle Kassel, Allure, 29 Sep. 2024 Flexible thermoplastic rubber outsoles provide traction and grip on rainy days, while the breathable footbed keeps feet cool and comfortable. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2024 The shoes are printed using a durable thermoplastic material, which is more resilient than traditional foams and rubbers, extending the lifespan of each pair. Fairchild Studio, WWD, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thermoplastic 

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of thermoplastic was in 1883

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“Thermoplastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thermoplastic. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

thermoplastic

adjective
ther·​mo·​plas·​tic ˌthər-mə-ˈplas-tik How to pronounce thermoplastic (audio)
: capable of softening or melting when heated and of hardening again when cooled
thermoplastic synthetic fibers

Medical Definition

thermoplastic

1 of 2 adjective
ther·​mo·​plas·​tic ˌthər-mə-ˈplas-tik How to pronounce thermoplastic (audio)
: capable of softening or fusing when heated and of hardening again when cooled
thermoplastic synthetic resins
thermoplasticity noun
plural thermoplasticities

thermoplastic

2 of 2 noun
: a thermoplastic material

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