polymer

noun
UK: /ˈpɒlɪmə/
US: /ˈpɑːlɪmər/

  1. A substance made of many small molecules bonded together.

    1. Plastic is a type of polymer that is used in many products.
    2. The scientists are studying the properties of the new polymer to determine its potential applications.

  2. A chemical compound or mixture of compounds formed by polymerization and consisting essentially of repeating structural units.

    1. This polymer is used to create a strong, flexible material.
    2. The properties of the polymer can be modified by changing the composition of the monomers used to create it.

Synonyms

macromolecule
polymer verb

  1. To cause a substance to polymerize.

    1. The chemical reaction will polymer the substance quickly.
    2. Researchers are attempting to polymer a new material for advanced applications in engineering.
polymer adjective

  1. Relating to or made of polymers.

    1. The polymer coating protects the metal from corrosion.
    2. Polymer materials are essential for the production of durable and versatile products.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "polymer" in English means: A substance made of many small molecules bonded together., A chemical compound or mixture of compounds formed by polymerization and consisting essentially of repeating structural units..

The phonetic transcription of "polymer" is /ˈpɒlɪmə/ in British English and /ˈpɑːlɪmər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "polymer": macromolecule.

Example usage of "polymer": "Plastic is a type of polymer that is used in many products.". More examples on the page.