polycarbonate

noun

poly·​car·​bon·​ate ˌpä-lē-ˈkär-bə-ˌnāt How to pronounce polycarbonate (audio)
-nət
: any of various tough transparent thermoplastics characterized by high impact strength and high softening temperature

Examples of polycarbonate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Anywhere Transparent Acrylic Window Bird Feeder Buy on Amazon $34 $21 Unlike other bird feeders, this durable polycarbonate model gets you up close and personal with the birds. Quincy Bulin, Parents, 11 June 2024 Our favorites are crafted from sleek aluminum or durable polycarbonate and feature double-spinner wheels, interior compression boards, and scuff-resistant finishes. Laura Lajiness Kaupke and Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 June 2024 It’s made from a durable, recycled polycarbonate that’s virtually damage-proof and has a smooth telescoping handle. Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2024 The exterior materials are a mix of metal and polycarbonate, a typical arrangement for a premium S series lens. PCMAG, 20 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for polycarbonate 

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Word History

Etymology

poly- + carbonate entry 1

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of polycarbonate was in 1930

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“Polycarbonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycarbonate. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

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