polycarbonate
noun
poly·car·bon·ate
ˌpä-lē-ˈkär-bə-ˌnāt 
-nət
: any of various tough transparent thermoplastics characterized by high impact strength and high softening temperature
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Many white-barrel L zooms are full metal, but here Canon uses a mix of metal and polycarbonate elements for construction.
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PCMAG, 22 Mar. 2024
Both rolling suitcases boast a lightweight and durable polycarbonate shell, 350-degree wheels, an underside grab handle, a water-resistant laundry bag, TSA locks and Away’s signature interior compression system.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2024
The style of the bag is pretty functional with the hardshell polycarbonate being the star of the show.
—Patrice J. Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024
On the front is also a polycarbonate grille instead of a fabric cover.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2024
The polycarbonate build is break resistant and durable, as well as resistant to odors and stains.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2024
Made from reliable polycarbonate, stainless steel, aluminum, and optical grade glass, the case is compatible with most Android phones and all iPhones from iPhone 8 to iPhone 15 Pro Max.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024
In the face of the sun's powerful rays, regular specs made of cheap plastic and polycarbonate material just aren't going to cut it.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2024
The hard-shell suitcases are made with a strong polycarbonate (plastic) that will hold up to the wear and tear of transit.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
PCMAG, 22 Mar. 2024
Both rolling suitcases boast a lightweight and durable polycarbonate shell, 350-degree wheels, an underside grab handle, a water-resistant laundry bag, TSA locks and Away’s signature interior compression system.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2024
The style of the bag is pretty functional with the hardshell polycarbonate being the star of the show.
—Patrice J. Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024
On the front is also a polycarbonate grille instead of a fabric cover.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2024
The polycarbonate build is break resistant and durable, as well as resistant to odors and stains.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2024
Made from reliable polycarbonate, stainless steel, aluminum, and optical grade glass, the case is compatible with most Android phones and all iPhones from iPhone 8 to iPhone 15 Pro Max.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024
In the face of the sun's powerful rays, regular specs made of cheap plastic and polycarbonate material just aren't going to cut it.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2024
The hard-shell suitcases are made with a strong polycarbonate (plastic) that will hold up to the wear and tear of transit.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
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“Polycarbonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycarbonate. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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