word
Plastic
PLA-stihk
/ˈplæstɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
plastic
Dictionary meaning
Forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning.
Examples
- Plastic substances such as wax or clay are perfect for sculpting.
- The plastic minds of children.
Synonyms: formative
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