biopolymer

noun

bio·​poly·​mer ˌbī-ō-ˈpä-lə-mər How to pronounce biopolymer (audio)
: a polymeric substance (such as a protein or polysaccharide) formed in a biological system

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The injections in question were biopolymers, a type of liquid silicone gel. Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 5 Oct. 2024 The duo took cues from mother of pearl – found in crack-resistant oyster shells – which is made up of hexagonal tablets of aragonite joined by a biopolymer. New Atlas, 19 Sep. 2024 Why the global market for biopolymers is set to grow by 17 percent over the next five years, according to a report by the nova-Institute. Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 9 July 2024 As the technical description in New School's press kit says: New School Foods’ process starts by creating a biopolymer gel. Rob Pegoraro, Ars Technica, 19 Aug. 2023 See all Example Sentences for biopolymer 

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of biopolymer was in 1957

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“Biopolymer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biopolymer. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

biopolymer

noun
bio·​poly·​mer ˌbī-ō-ˈpäl-ə-mər How to pronounce biopolymer (audio)
: a polymeric substance (as a protein or polysaccharide) formed in a biological system
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