Definition

A material made from very thin strands of glass that are combined with a type of plastic, often used in construction and manufacturing.

Example

The boat was made of fibreglass, making it lightweight and durable.

Conversation

Have you ever worked with fibreglass for any projects?

Not really, but I’ve heard it’s pretty versatile.

Yeah, it’s great for making things lightweight and strong.

I can see how that would be useful in construction or crafts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fibreglass → It is formed from "fibre" (from Latin "fibra", meaning a thread or filament) and "glass" (from Old English "glæs", meaning a transparent substance). The word "fibreglass" refers to a material made from fine strands of glass that are woven together, creating a strong and lightweight composite material.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fibre' as a thread and 'glass' as a transparent material — together, they create a strong, lightweight substance made of glass threads.

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