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polymers

/ˈpɒlɪmərz/ noun · British & US
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What does polymers mean?

noun

A large molecule composed of many repeated subunits, typically of a specific chemical composition. Polymers can be found naturally or can be synthesized in a laboratory.

Example

"The new material was a type of polymer that was both strong and lightweight."

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