noun
- a type of synthetic polymer made from olefin monomers, commonly used in plastics and other materials
Usage: chemistry; materials science
Examples
- Polyethylene is the most common type of polyolefin plastic.
- The packaging industry relies heavily on polyolefin materials.
- Polyolefin films are used to wrap food products.
- The chemical plant produces various polyolefin resins.
- Polyolefin fibers are lightweight and moisture-resistant.
- Recycling facilities sort polyolefin plastics separately.