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saran

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Saran (noun) means a flexible plastic film used mainly for wrapping food. Example: “She covered the bowl with saran wrap before putting it in the fridge.”

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A flexible plastic film used mainly for wrapping food.
"She covered the bowl with saran wrap before putting it in the fridge."

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In plain EnglishClear plastic wrap used to cover food, originally a brand name.

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saran wrap wrap in saran
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Etymology

Originally a trade name coined by the Dow Chemical Company for polymers made from vinylidene chloride.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “saran” mean?
The word “saran” means a flexible plastic film used mainly for wrapping food. In plain terms, clear plastic wrap used to cover food, originally a brand name.
How do you use “saran” in a sentence?
Here is “saran” used in a sentence: “She covered the bowl with saran wrap before putting it in the fridge.”
What part of speech is “saran”?
“Saran” is a noun.
What is the meaning of saran?
"saran" (noun) means a flexible plastic film used mainly for wrapping food.