polypropylene
noun
poly·pro·pyl·ene
ˌpä-lē-ˈprō-pə-ˌlēn 
: any of various thermoplastic plastics or fibers that are polymers of propylene
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Common materials for outdoor rugs include polyester, jute, olefin, nylon, sisal, and polypropylene.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
The polypropylene rug will handle rain, intense heat and humidity, sun, and more season after season.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Scientists can link individual petrochemical molecules to form polymers, which are long chains of repeating units that create materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene and polystyrene.
—André O. Hudson, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Made of durable polypropylene, this option holds up to all weather and can be hosed off for a quick refresh.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
The polypropylene rug will handle rain, intense heat and humidity, sun, and more season after season.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Scientists can link individual petrochemical molecules to form polymers, which are long chains of repeating units that create materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene and polystyrene.
—André O. Hudson, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Made of durable polypropylene, this option holds up to all weather and can be hosed off for a quick refresh.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Polypropylene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polypropylene. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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