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cellophane

[sel-uh-feyn] / ˈsɛl əˌfeɪn /


NOUN
plastic wrap
Synonyms
WEAK


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Fure said Kingston Cemetery, which "should be a place of natural peace, dignity, and reflection", was now home to cellophane wrappers, plastic plant pots, broken ornaments, artificial flowers, windmills and litter.

From BBC Jun. 7, 2026

"There are two Elizabeth Taylors . . . One is flesh and blood, and one is cellophane."

From Salon Aug. 3, 2024

A 2,100-foot roll of cellophane costs $45; it was $25 in 2019.

From New York Times Apr. 15, 2024

As Steven manned the livestream, Jacob tore away cellophane packaging.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 14, 2024

"I got the cotton tips," said Henry, putting a cellophane package in Bud's hand.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte




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