Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nurdle
Noun
/ˈnərdəl/
Definition
A small pellet of plastic which serves as raw material in the manufacture of plastic products.
Examples
- The beach was littered with nurdles washed ashore from nearby factories.
- Many activists are raising awareness about nurdle pollution in our oceans.
Meaning
Nurdles are tiny plastic pellets that are used as the building blocks for producing a wide range of plastic items. They are small, typically about the size of a pea, and can be found in various colors.
Synonyms
- Plastic pellet
- Polymer bead
- Raw plastic material
