Definition

Relating to or made from a natural substance found in plants that provides structure and support.

Example

The packaging material is made from cellulosic fibers, making it biodegradable.

Conversation

I just read about some new cellulosic materials being used in packaging.

Oh really? What makes them different from regular materials?

They're more eco-friendly since they're made from plant fibers.

That sounds promising! I hope more companies start using cellulosic options.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cellulosic → It is formed from "cellula" (from Latin, meaning small room or chamber) and "-ose" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a substance). The word "cellulosic" refers to substances that are related to or derived from cellulose, which is a structural component of plant cell walls.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cellula' meaning a small chamber, which helps you remember that 'cellulosic' relates to the structure of plant cells.

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