Polymer
(noun)
- A substance made up of a large number of repeating units, typically long chains of linked atoms, formed by chemical reactions between many small molecules.
- A material made of polymer, especially a plastic.
Origin:
Early 20th century: from greek polus "many" + -mer.
Examples:
- Polymer is widely used in manufacturing industry.
- Polymer is a synthetic material.
- The polymer was used to make the plastic bottles.
- The polymer is a type of plastic.
- Polymer is a versatile material that can be used in many applications.