noun
- Plural of plexiglass; transparent or translucent acrylic plastic sheets or products used as a shatter-resistant substitute for glass.
Usage: Often used as a trademark (Plexiglas®) but commonly used generically in lowercase; Frequently used in construction, signage, protective barriers, and decorative applications
Examples
- The store installed plexiglasses at the checkout counters to protect employees.
- Plexiglasses are lighter and more durable than traditional glass windows.
- The artist used colored plexiglasses to create a modern sculpture.
- During the pandemic, many businesses used plexiglasses as safety barriers.
- The aquarium's viewing panels are made of thick plexiglasses.
- Plexiglasses can be cut and shaped to fit custom designs.
- The protective shields for the machinery are constructed from industrial-grade plexiglasses.