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cellophane

noun

  1. chemical compound
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛləfeɪn/

noun

Etymology: Genericized trademark. Blend of cellulose + diaphane.

  1. Any of a variety of transparent plastic films, especially one made of processed cellulose.

    Cellophane flowers of yellow and green towering over your head

verb

Etymology: Genericized trademark. Blend of cellulose + diaphane.

  1. To wrap or package in cellophane.