El plàstic
Example: El plàstic reciclat s'utilitza en molts projectes d'enginyeria moderna.
Definition
"El plàstic" refers to a synthetic material made from polymers that can be molded into various shapes. It is widely used in modern engineering projects due to its durability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, often replacing traditional materials like metal or glass.
Etymology
The term "el plàstic" comes from the Greek word 'plastikos,' meaning 'capable of being shaped or molded.' It entered Catalan through Latin and French influences, reflecting the material's defining characteristic of being easily shaped when heated.
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"El plàstic" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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