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Definition of plasticize

plasticize

/ˈplæs.tɪ.saɪz/
(UK: plasticise)
plas · ti · cize
Adjective:plasticized
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Past Simple:plasticized
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Past Participle:plasticized
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Present Participle:plasticizing
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plasticize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To make or become plastic, pliable, or easily molded, especially by adding a chemical plasticizer to a polymer or concrete mixture.

Example

"Engineers add specialized chemical compounds to plasticize the rigid polyvinyl chloride for use in flexible medical tubing."

2

To coat, laminate, or impregnate a material such as paper or fabric with a layer of plastic for protection.

Example

"The archive decided to plasticize the fragile identification cards to prevent water damage."

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• Rhymes for plasticize

• Nearby Words

plastic
plasticine
plasticity
plasticize
plasticky
plasticware
plate

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century by combining 'plastic' (from Ancient Greek 'plastikos', meaning fit for molding) with the verb-forming suffix '-ize'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Plasticize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/plasticize
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