noun
- a large molecule made up of many repeated smaller units called monomers
Usage: chemistry; materials science
Examples
- Plastic is a common type of synthetic polymer.
- DNA is a natural polymer found in all living cells.
- The polymer chain consists of thousands of identical units.
- Scientists developed a new polymer that is biodegradable.
- Rubber is an example of a polymer with elastic properties.
- The polymer coating makes the surface water-resistant.