plasticizer


plas·ti·ciz·er

noun \ˈplas-tə-ˌsī-zər\

Definition of PLASTICIZER

: one that plasticizes; specifically : a chemical added especially to rubbers and resins to impart flexibility, workability, or stretchability

First Known Use of PLASTICIZER

1925

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