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polystyrène — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • styrofoam noun A lightweight rigid foam plastic used for insulation, packaging, and disposable cups.

Senses

polystyrène is used for these senses in English:

  • polystyrene (organic chemistry) A vinylic polymer of styrene, CH2CHphenyl.
  • styrofoam Expanded polystyrene foam, such as is used in cups and packaging.

Related French words