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high-density polyethylene
/hˈaɪdˈɛnsɪɾi pˌɑːlɪˈɛθɪlˌiːn/
HDPE
High-density polyethylene
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a strong, durable plastic often used for making containers, bottles, and pipes because it is resistant to chemicals and can withstand high temperatures
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
complex compound
Uncountable
Plural form
high-density polyethylenes
Examples
This milk jug is made from high-density polyethylene.
