plastic wrap

noun

US
: thin, clear plastic that is used to wrap food or to cover containers that have food in them

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Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto surface to prevent skin from forming; let cool completely. Martha Stewart, 17 July 2026 To help cilantro stay fresh for longer, Edwards suggests placing the stems in a container of cold water in the refrigerator and loosely covering the leaves with a plastic bag or plastic wrap. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 July 2026 Chill and Serve Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2026 Press plastic wrap onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for plastic wrap

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“Plastic wrap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plastic%20wrap. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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