ClimateAugust 14, 2026

plasticized

PLAS-ti-syzd

Definition

Covered, treated, or coated with a layer of plastic to increase durability or water resistance.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'plastikos' (moldable), the term evolved in English via the suffix '-ize' to indicate the process of applying a plastic substance to a material.

In the news

The author uses the term to describe a sign printed on a durable, plastic-coated material, highlighting that authorities in the UK anticipate long-term environmental instability.

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