cellophane
pronunciation
How to pronounce cellophane in British English:
UK ['seləfeɪn]
How to pronounce cellophane in American English:
US [ˈsɛləˌfen]
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- Noun:
- a transparent paper-like product that is impervious to moisture and used to wrap candy or cigarettes etc.
Word Origin
- cellophane (n.)
- 1912, trademark name for a flexible, transparent product made from regenerated cellulose, coined by the inventor, Swiss chemist Jacques E. Brandenberger (1872-1954), probably from cellulose + connective o + -phane.
Example
- 1. I want the clear cellophane and the navy ribbon .
- 2. And the cellophane shimmered like the finest silk .
- 3. Wrap the pops individually in cellophane , or store together in a large plastic bag and freeze .
- 4. They 'd put the cellophane on a special box of light which would be projected onto a screen at the front of the room .
- 5. From dresses to tunics to short shorts , this season 's garments and accessories are gleaming with acrylic , vinyl and cellophane .