English dictionary
plastic
/'pl/&/st/I/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Having the power to give form or fashion to a mass of matter; as, the <i>plastic</i> hand of the Creator.
Source: webster1913
noun
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generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a card (usually plastic) that assures a seller that the person using it has a satisfactory credit rating and that the issuer will see to it that the seller receives payment for the merchandise delivered
ExamplesDo you take plastic?
Source: WordNet 3.0
adjective satellite
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capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material)
ExamplesPlastic substances such as wax or clay.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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capable of being influenced or formed
ExamplesThe plastic minds of children.
Synonyms pliantSource: WordNet 3.0
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forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning
Source: WordNet 3.0