polymethyl methacrylate

noun

polymethyl methacrylate

noun
1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences A thermoplastic transparent plastic manufactured by the polymerization of methyl methacrylate, often used in place of glass - it being lighter, softer and not shattering on impact.

Synonyms
PMMA, acrylic, plexiglass
Related terms
Perspex, Plexiglas

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