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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Depending on the size of the section, between 10 and 20 workers were needed to pull the polypropylene to each island during installation of the project.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
How to Store Clothing More Safely—Even in Plastic If you're set on using plastic storage containers, be sure to choose polypropylene ones.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
The chair is made from polypropylene, a durable and heat-resistant material that can withstand outdoor weather.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026
It is made of stain-resistant polypropylene and is ideal for homes with children and pets.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
How to Store Clothing More Safely—Even in Plastic If you're set on using plastic storage containers, be sure to choose polypropylene ones.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
The chair is made from polypropylene, a durable and heat-resistant material that can withstand outdoor weather.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026
It is made of stain-resistant polypropylene and is ideal for homes with children and pets.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Polypropylene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polypropylene. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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