noun

polyester

PAH-lee-ehs-tuh

Polyester (noun) means a synthetic fabric or plastic made from chains of ester-linked polymer molecules. Example: “The shirt is a polyester blend, so it dries quickly.”

noun

A synthetic fabric or plastic made from chains of ester-linked polymer molecules.

"The shirt is a polyester blend, so it dries quickly."

"Polyester is used in everything from clothing to plastic bottles."

How to use polyester

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA tough, wrinkle-resistant synthetic material used widely in clothing and plastics.

Common pairings

polyester fabric polyester blend 100% polyester

Word forms

polyesters plural

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Etymology

A blend of poly- ("many") and ester, referring to the repeating ester bonds that link the molecule together.

Rhymes for polyester

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Frequently asked questions

What does “polyester” mean?

The word “polyester” means a synthetic fabric or plastic made from chains of ester-linked polymer molecules. In plain terms, a tough, wrinkle-resistant synthetic material used widely in clothing and plastics.

How do you pronounce “polyester”?

“Polyester” is pronounced PAH-lee-ehs-tuh (/ˈpɑliˌɛstə(r)/ in IPA).

How do you use “polyester” in a sentence?

Here is “polyester” used in a sentence: “The shirt is a polyester blend, so it dries quickly.”

What part of speech is “polyester”?

“Polyester” is a noun.

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