Definition

A type of plastic bag that is used to hold and package several items together, often used for small publications that might otherwise be loose in a newspaper or magazine.

Example

The newspaper included a polybag to keep the special supplements together.

Conversation

Did you see the new magazines? They came in a polybag this time.

Yeah, I noticed that! It keeps everything together nicely.

I think it's great for all the extra samples they included.

For sure! The polybag makes it much easier to carry around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polybag → It is formed from "poly-" (from Greek "polus", meaning many) and "bag" (from Old Norse "baggi", meaning a sack or pouch). The word "polybag" refers to a bag that can hold many items or is made from multiple materials.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('poly-') items being held in a 'bag' — that's what a polybag is.

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