Polyethylene

Pronunciation

Origin

- + ethylene

Full definition of polyethylene

Noun

1. (organic compound) A polymer consisting of many ethylene monomers bonded together; used for kitchenware, containers etc.

Synonyms

• polyethene IUPAC name
• polythene UK

Derived terms

• polyethylene terephthalate
• chlorinated polyethylene (CPE)
• chlorosulfonated polyethylene (CSPE)