acrylic
Pronunciation: [əˈkrɪlɪk]
Word
Context: "materials"
(noun) a type of plastic that is clear and can be used for many different things. It is often used to make things like signs, display cases, and sometimes even glasses.
Example
The artist loved to paint on acrylic because it dries quickly and is very bright.
Example
She didn't like using acrylic, so she preferred working with oil paints instead.
Example
What do you think about using acrylic for the new display?
Context: "materials"
(adjective) describing anything made from the acrylic plastic. When something is called acrylic, it usually means it is made from that clear, strong material.
Example
The acrylic vase looked beautiful in the sunlight and showed off the flowers nicely.
Example
The fabric was not acrylic; it was made from cotton, which felt softer.
Example
Is this sweater made of acrylic or wool?
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