plasticize Definition
- 1to make something plastic or pliable, especially by the addition of a plasticizer
- 2to become plastic or pliable by the addition of a plasticizer
Using plasticize: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plasticize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The chemist plasticized the polymer with a plasticizer.
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The heat caused the material to plasticize and become more flexible.
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The artist used heat to plasticize the clay and mold it into the desired shape.
plasticize Synonyms and Antonyms
Summary: plasticize in Brief
'Plasticize' [plas-tuh-sahyz] is a verb that means to make something plastic or pliable, often by adding a plasticizer. It can also refer to the process of becoming plastic or pliable due to the addition of a plasticizer. Examples include 'The chemist plasticized the polymer with a plasticizer,' and 'The artist used heat to plasticize the clay and mold it into the desired shape.' Synonyms for 'plasticize' include 'soften,' 'flexibilize,' 'mold,' and 'shape.'
