shrink-wrap
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Definition
Noun: 1. A thin, transparent plastic film that contracts when heated: This film is used to tightly enclose an object. The heating process causes the film to shrink and conform to the object's shape, creating a protective, sealed layer.
Usage
Shrink-wrap is an uncountable noun referring to the material itself. It is commonly used to describe the protective packaging for consumer goods, software boxes, food trays, and pallets of goods.
Examples
- The new software came in a box covered in clear shrink-wrap.
- Before shipping, the pallet was secured with a layer of heavy-duty shrink-wrap.
- You need to remove the shrink-wrap before using the device.
Advanced Usage
- "shrink-wrap" as a verb: While the target word is the noun, it is important to note that is also commonly used as a verb meaning "to enclose (an object) in shrink-wrap."
- Example: The company will shrink-wrap the books for protection during transit.
Variants and Related Words
- Shrink-wrapped (adjective): Describes an object that has been enclosed in shrink-wrap.
- Example: I bought a shrink-wrapped copy of the album.
- Shrink-wrapping (noun/gerund): The process or business of applying shrink-wrap.
- Example: The shrink-wrapping of the products is done by a machine.
Synonyms
- Plastic wrap
- Packaging film
- Shrink film
Related Phrases
- In its original shrink-wrap: A phrase used to describe a product, often collectible, that has never been opened since it was packaged.
- Example: The vintage toy is still in its original shrink-wrap.
Noun
- the clinging transparent plastic film that is used to shrinkwrap something