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

Examples of polycarbonate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The pocket in action Retailing at $315 full price, the case itself is made from the same strong polycarbonate as all the brand’s hard shell suitcases, finished with a TSA combination lock that secures both the main compartment and the pocket simultaneously. —

Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 July 2024 The back of the case has a hard, smooth polycarbonate finish with a cutout for the camera module. —

PCMAG, 15 July 2024 The tough polycarbonate shell protects your belongings, while the slick skateboard wheels glide smoothly over most flooring. —

Catherine Garcia, theweek, 9 July 2024 The glasses are surprisingly durable, made with rubberized BPA-free plastic and shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses. —

Quincy Bulin, Parents, 5 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for polycarbonate

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