plasticize

verb — 3 senses

plasticize

verb

Etymology From plastic + -ize.

1

To make something more plastic, especially by adding a plasticizer

2

To become more plastic

3

To capitalize on something with ignorance to its significance or true value; to exploit something for monetary gain

Derived terms
deplasticized, hyperplasticize, thermoplasticize, unplasticized

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