polyfoam en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *pleh₁-der. Proto-Indo-European *polh₁ús Ancient Greek πολῠ́ς (polŭ́s)lbor. English poly- English foam English polyfoam From poly- + foam.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) Any of various materials, made from synthetic polymers, that have a cellular structure and are frequently used in upholstery or insulation.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| polyfoams | Number=Plur | lexicographic |