polycarbonate

noun

poly·​car·​bon·​ate ˌpä-lē-ˈkär-bə-ˌnāt How to pronounce polycarbonate (audio)
-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 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 This helmet is Mips-equipped and uses an in-mold polycarbonate shell and an impact-absorbing EPS liner. Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024 The containers are made from polycarbonate, which is actually great in this case because containers are large, can become heavy, and would easily break if they were made of glass. Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2024 Made with the same polycarbonate as the other suitcases, this bag also barely scuffed despite rough handling (being thrown off the counter). Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

poly- + carbonate entry 1

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of polycarbonate was in 1930

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“Polycarbonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycarbonate. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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