Definition

A type of plastic made from the polymerization of olefins, commonly used in packaging and other products.

Example

Polyolefin materials are widely used in the production of plastic bags and containers.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of polyolefin materials?

Yeah, I think they’re used a lot in packaging, right?

Exactly! They’re really versatile and durable.

I should look into them for my project; they sound promising.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polyolefin → It is formed from "poly-" (from Greek "polus", meaning many) and "olefin" (from Latin "olefina", meaning oil-forming). The word refers to a type of polymer that is derived from many oil-forming compounds, typically used in plastics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('poly-') oil-forming compounds coming together to create a type of plastic — that's what polyolefin means.

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