polymers
nounUK /ˈpɒl.ɪ.məz/
US /ˈpɑː.lɪ.mɚz/
Polymers are long chains of tiny pieces joined together, like beads on a string.
Plastic bags and rubber bands are made of polymers.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Large molecules formed by many small units linked in a chain.
Scientists studied the polymers in the new fabric.
3. Materials made from such molecules, used in everyday products.
The factory turns polymers into bottles and toys.
4. Natural substances like starch and proteins that are built from repeating units.
Cotton and wool contain natural polymers.