Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plasticization

noun

/ˌplæs.tɪ.sɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Definition

Plasticization is the process of making a material more pliable or flexible by adding a plasticizer, which is a substance that imparts these properties to the material.

Examples

Plasticization of the polymer allowed for easier processing.
During the production of vinyl flooring, plasticization improved the final product’s flexibility.