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phenoplast

phenoplast

9.9
A hard plastic that does not soften with heat used for handles and electrical covers
  • noun
  • /ˈfɛnəˌplæst/
  • Specialized
translation icon : fenoplasto
  • The electrical components were encased in phenoplast for insulation.

Examples

  • Manufacturers choose phenoplast for its resistance to heat and chemicals.

  • The suitcase handle is made from durable phenoplast material.

  • The phenoplast is known for its durability.

  • Many manufacturers prefer phenoplasts for their products.

  • Manufacturers choose phenoplast for its resistance to heat and chemicals.

  • The electrical components were encased in phenoplast for insulation.

  • The suitcase handle is made from durable phenoplast material.

Synonyms

phenolic
vsphenoplast
  • Specialized
9.8

A hard plastic made from chemicals used for strong molded or layered items like pool balls

is formed from phenols and aldehydes and used as a thermosetting plastic
phenolic resin
vsphenoplast
  • Specialized
7.9

A hard, heatproof plastic used for making handles, adhesives, and molded parts

is named for its use specifically as a thermosetting plastic
phenolic plastic
vsphenoplast
  • Specialized
6.7

A hard plastic made from special resin that resists heat and does not carry electricity

is the resin material formed chemically and used as a thermosetting product

Surface Forms

phenoplast singular
phenoplasts plural

Morphology

phenoplast = phenol + plastic (opaque) = pheno + plast

Formed from technical combining forms corresponding to 'phenol' + 'plastic', but these are specialized chemistry terms that an average B1 learner would not recognize to infer the meaning.

Etymology

The word phenoplast comes from phenol, a kind of chemical, and plast, a part that means 'moulded' and appears in the familiar word plastic. So a phenoplast is a hard, heat-resistant plastic made from phenol chemicals, which is why it is used for strong parts that must resist heat.