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1. plastic
noun. ['ˈplæstɪk'] generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives.
Etymology
- plastic (English)
- plasticus (Latin)
- πλαστικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
2. plastic
adjective. ['ˈplæstɪk'] capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material).
Antonyms
Etymology
- plastic (English)
- plasticus (Latin)
- πλαστικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
3. plastic
adjective. ['ˈplæstɪk'] forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- plastic (English)
- plasticus (Latin)
- πλαστικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
4. plastic
adjective. ['ˈplæstɪk'] capable of being influenced or formed.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- plastic (English)
- plasticus (Latin)
- πλαστικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
5. plastic
noun. ['ˈplæstɪk'] a card (usually plastic) that assures a seller that the person using it has a satisfactory credit rating and that the issuer will see to it that the seller receives payment for the merchandise delivered.
Synonyms
Etymology
- plastic (English)
- plasticus (Latin)
- πλαστικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))