Definitions for polyester
ˈpɒl iˌɛs tər, ˌpɒl iˈɛs tərpo·lyester

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 7 votes

1. polyesternoun

   any of numerous synthetic resins; they are light and strong and weather resistant

2. polyesternoun

   a complex ester used for making fibers or resins or plastics or as a plasticizer

3. polyesternoun

   any of a large class of synthetic fabrics

WiktionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. polyesternoun

   Any polymer whose monomers are linked together by ester bonds

2. polyesternoun

   A material or fabric made from polyester polymer

3. polyesteradjective

   Of, or consisting of polyesters

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1. polyester

   Polyester is a category of polymers which contain the ester functional group in their main chain. It is a synthetic material used in a wide variety of applications, including clothing, home furnishings, and industrial products. Polyesters can be thermosetting or thermoplastic, meaning they either harden permanently or soften when heated, respectively. They are durable, resistant to many chemicals, and can be easily cleaned and maintained, making them particularly popular for clothing and textile production.

WikidataRate this definition:4.5 / 2 votes

1. Polyester

   Polyester is a category of polymers which contain the ester functional group in their main chain. Although there are many polyesters, the term "polyester" as a specific material most commonly refers to polyethylene terephthalate. Polyesters include naturally occurring chemicals, such as in the cutin of plant cuticles, as well as synthetics through step-growth polymerization such as polycarbonate and polybutyrate. Natural polyesters and a few synthetic ones are biodegradable, but most synthetic polyesters are not. Depending on the chemical structure, polyester can be a thermoplastic or thermoset, there are also polyester resins cured by hardeners; however, the most common polyesters are thermoplastics. Fabrics woven or knitted from polyester thread or yarn are used extensively in apparel and home furnishings, from shirts and pants to jackets and hats, bed sheets, blankets, upholstered furniture and computer mouse mats. Industrial polyester fibers, yarns and ropes are used in tyre reinforcements, fabrics for conveyor belts, safety belts, coated fabrics and plastic reinforcements with high-energy absorption. Polyester fiber is used as cushioning and insulating material in pillows, comforters and upholstery padding. Polyesters are also used to make bottles, films, tarpaulin, canoes, liquid crystal displays, holograms, filters, dielectric film for capacitors, film insulation for wire and insulating tapes. Polyesters are widely used as a finish on high-quality wood products such as guitars, pianos and vehicle/yacht interiors. Thixotropic properties of spray-applicable polyesters make them ideal for use on open-grain timbers, as they can quickly fill wood grain, with a high-build film thickness per coat. Cured polyesters can be sanded and polished to a high-gloss, durable finish.

Matched Categories

1. • Ester
   • Fabric
   • Plastic
   • Synthetic Resin

Anagrams for polyester »

1. polytrees

2. proselyte

How to pronounce polyester?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of polyester in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of polyester in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of polyester in a Sentence

1. Tom Cridland:

   It's made out of organic cotton and then a little bit of polyester, which doesn't sound so glamorous, but is very helpful for functionality, mobility, and comfort.

2. Tufan Erginbilgic:

   It is an important stepping stone in enabling a stronger circular economy in the polyester industry and helping to reduce unmanaged plastic waste.

3. Neil Gorsuch:

   I am humbled to he here, ours is a judiciary of honest black polyester.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=polyester
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Polyester
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=polyester