cellophane

noun, verb — 2 senses

cellophane

noun

/ˈsɛləfeɪn/

Etymology Genericized trademark. Blend of cellulose + diaphane.

1

Any of a variety of transparent plastic films, especially one made of processed cellulose.

Cellophane flowers of yellow and green towering over your head1967, “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds”, The Beatles (music):

Derived terms: cellophane noodle, cellotaph, sellotape, Sellotape
Related terms: -phane

cellophane

verb

Etymology Genericized trademark. Blend of cellulose + diaphane.

1

To wrap or package in cellophane.

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