polypropylene
noun
poly·pro·pyl·ene
ˌpä-lē-ˈprō-pə-ˌlēn 
: any of various thermoplastic plastics or fibers that are polymers of propylene
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And this spacer yarn could be polyester, nylon, polypropylene, viscose, acrylic, cotton, wool or a combination thereof, per the patent filing.
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Aug. 2025
This innovative method removes color, odor and contaminants from waste polypropylene (PP), producing ultra-pure recycled resin known as PureFive.
—Alexander Kwapis, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The mesh covering is made of polypropylene and is designed to replicate the humidity of Sumatra, Arnold said.
—Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2025
The rug is made from a durable polypropylene material that can withstand foot traffic, stains, weather, and UV fading, per the brand.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 12 Aug. 2025
This innovative method removes color, odor and contaminants from waste polypropylene (PP), producing ultra-pure recycled resin known as PureFive.
—Alexander Kwapis, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
The mesh covering is made of polypropylene and is designed to replicate the humidity of Sumatra, Arnold said.
—Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant, 11 Aug. 2025
The rug is made from a durable polypropylene material that can withstand foot traffic, stains, weather, and UV fading, per the brand.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for polypropylene
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“Polypropylene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polypropylene. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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