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cellophane

[sel-uh-fayn] / 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

What began with cellophane in the 1930s picked up speed with the rise of plastic clamshells in the 1980s and bagged salads in the 1990s.

From New York Times ● Apr. 2, 2024

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

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 14, 2024

Annie came to the front of the store, her arms full of cellophane and plastic.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss


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