Word
polymeric
Phoneticspoly·mer·ic
UK/pˌɒlɪmˈɛɹɪk/
Definition
adj. made of polymers, or connected with them. Polymers are very long chains of tiny repeated parts, like the ones in plastic.
adj. Relating to or composed of polymers, large molecules built from many repeating subunits. Often describes synthetic materials such as plastics, resins, and coatings.
Examples
“This bag uses a strong polymeric material.”
“The factory produces polymeric pipes that resist corrosion in chemical plants.”
“Researchers developed a polymeric coating that repairs tiny cracks when heated, extending the life of aircraft parts.”
Examples
simple
“This bag uses a strong polymeric material.”
contextual
“The factory produces polymeric pipes that resist corrosion in chemical plants.”
complex
“Researchers developed a polymeric coating that repairs tiny cracks when heated, extending the life of aircraft parts.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “polymeric” in context.
Verb
01. crosslink polymeric
“Chemists crosslink polymeric matrix to increase mechanical strength.”
verb + adj
02. deposit polymeric
“Engineers deposit polymeric layer onto the sensor to protect it.”
verb + adj
03. polymeric degrades
“The polymeric liner degrades gradually under prolonged UV exposure.”
adj + verb
04. polymeric encapsulates
“The polymeric shell encapsulates the drug until it reaches its target.”
adj + verb
Adjective
05. fully polymeric
“The device uses a fully polymeric casing to reduce weight and corrosion.”
adv + adj
06. highly polymeric
“Highly polymeric solutions become viscous and difficult to inject.”
adv + adj
07. partly polymeric
“The composite is partly polymeric and partly ceramic in structure.”
adv + adj
Noun
08. polymeric chain
“Each polymeric chain consists of thousands of repeating units.”
adj + noun
09. polymeric coating
“The polymeric coating prevents corrosion on metal implants.”
adj + noun
10. a polymeric coating layer
“A polymeric coating layer extends the lifespan of the implant.”
11. crosslinked polymeric network
“The hydrogel relies on a crosslinked polymeric network for stability.”
12. form a polymeric film
“Scientists form a polymeric film to protect the electrode surface.”
Usage
Typically placed before the noun it modifies.
Real-World Examples
“The ecological footprint of a polymeric material is smaller than that of natural materials, which have a sizeable demand on arable land, clean water, fertilisers and regeneration time.” “Conducting polymers, a class of polymers with intrinsic electrical conductivity, have been one of the most promising materials in applications as diverse as energy storage, flexible electronics, and bioelectronics, owing to their unique polymeric nature as well as favorable electrical and mechanical properties, stability, and biocompatibility.” Word family
ADJECTIVE
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