clingfilm
Definition
- Noun:
- A very thin, transparent plastic sheet that adheres to itself and to surfaces, primarily used for wrapping and covering food to keep it fresh.
Usage
- Clingfilm is an uncountable noun. It refers to the material itself, not a single sheet.
- It is used to describe the specific product used for food preservation.
- Common verbs used with clingfilm: .
- Common collocations: .
Examples
- Noun:
- Please cover the leftovers with clingfilm before putting them in the refrigerator.
- We need to buy a new roll of clingfilm; the old one is finished.
- She used clingfilm to wrap the sandwiches for the picnic.
Advanced Usage
- "to clingfilm something" (verb, informal): The noun is sometimes used informally as a verb meaning to wrap something in clingfilm.
- I'll just clingfilm this bowl and put it away.
Variants and Related Words
- Plastic wrap (noun): A common synonym, especially in American English.
- Saran wrap (noun): A trademarked brand name for clingfilm, often used generically.
- Food wrap (noun): A more general term.
- Cling film (noun): An alternative spelling as two words.
Synonyms
- Plastic wrap: A thin plastic material for wrapping.
- Food wrap: A wrap designed for covering food.
- Kitchen film: Plastic film used in the kitchen.
Related Phrases
- Under clingfilm: Describing something that is covered or sealed with clingfilm.
- The salad was kept fresh under clingfilm.
- Sealed with clingfilm: Securely closed using clingfilm.
- Make sure the container is sealed with clingfilm to prevent leaks.
Noun
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a thin plastic film made of saran (trade name Saran Wrap) that sticks to itself; used for wrapping food
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