plasticsnoun
uk/ˈplæstɪks/usPRODUCTION[ U ] the business of manufacturing plastic:
He states that there is a great future in plastics.
The plastics industry is an integral part of Wisconsin's economy.
a plastics business/company/manufacturer
a plastics factory/plant
[ plural ] things that are made from plastic:
They were looking to expand the consumer market for plastics.
biodegradable/recycled/reinforced plastics