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10 Language-to-English DictionariesMylar
/ˈmaɪ.lɑːr/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A type of strong, flexible plastic film made from stretched polyethylene terephthalate (PET), used in a variety of applications including packaging, insulation, and electronics.
"The artist used Mylar to create a reflective surface for her installation." - 2
A brand name for a type of polyester film that is often used in balloons, packaging, and as a reflective material.
"The birthday balloons were made of Mylar, making them shiny and durable."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Mylar' is a trademarked name derived from the polyester film developed by DuPont in the 1950s. The name is believed to be a combination of 'mylar' and 'polyester', reflecting its synthetic origins and material properties.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Mylar" is said worldwide
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Mylar
Transliteration: Mylar
"Le film Mylar est utilisé pour l'emballage."
Mylar
Transliteration: Mylar
"Mylar-Folie wird häufig in der Verpackung verwendet."
Mylar
Transliteration: Mylar
"La pellicola Mylar è resistente e flessibile."
Mylar
Transliteration: Mylar
"El Mylar se utiliza en globos y empaques."
Mylar
Transliteration: Mylar
"O Mylar é um material popular para embalagens."
मायलर
Transliteration: Māyalar
"मायलर फिल्म का उपयोग पैकेजिंग में किया जाता है।"
迈拉
Transliteration: Màilā
"迈拉薄膜用于包装和绝缘。"
마일러
Transliteration: Maileoreu
"마일러 필름은 다양한 용도로 사용됩니다."
マイラー
Transliteration: Mairā
"マイラーは包装に使われます。"
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