Meaning: Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride, a type of plastic used in construction.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The windows were made of uPVC for durability.

Category: Materials › Construction

Synonyms:

• plastic
• PVC

Meaning: A type of plastic used for records and other products.

Part of speech: noun

Example: He collects vinyl records from the 70s.

Category: Materials

Synonyms: plastic

Meaning: A substance that is soft and pliable, often used for making candles or coatings.

Part of speech: noun

Example: I used wax to seal the envelope.

Category: Materials

Synonyms: beeswax

Meaning: Paper coated with wax for moisture resistance.

Part of speech: noun

Example: I used wax paper to line the baking tray.

Category: Materials

Synonyms: waxed paper

Meaning: Paper coated with wax to make it moisture-resistant.

Part of speech: noun

Example: I wrapped the sandwich in waxed paper.

Category: Materials

Synonyms: wax paper

Meaning: Iron that has been shaped by hammering or rolling.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The gate was made of wrought iron.

Category: Materials

Synonyms:

• forged iron
• shaped iron

Meaning: Giving way under pressure; flexible.

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The yielding material is perfect for making molds.

Category: Materials

Synonyms:

• flexible
• compliant

Antonyms:

• stiff
• unyielding