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Definition of polyfoam in English: polyfoamnoun ˈpɒlɪfəʊm Any of various synthetic polymeric compounds with a cellular structure, used for purposes such as padding, upholstery, or insulation; especially foam plastic or polystyrene. Frequently attributive, as "polyfoam box", "polyfoam cushion", etc. [A trademark in the United Kingdom.]
Origin 1950s; earliest use found in The Trade Marks Journal. From poly- + foam. Definition of polyfoam in US English: polyfoamnounˈpɒlɪfəʊm Any of various synthetic polymeric compounds with a cellular structure, used for purposes such as padding, upholstery, or insulation; especially foam plastic or polystyrene. Frequently attributive, as "polyfoam box", "polyfoam cushion", etc. [A trademark in the United Kingdom.]
Origin 1950s; earliest use found in The Trade Marks Journal. From poly- + foam. |