to wrap (a commodity) in a tough, transparent plastic material which is then shrunk by heating to form a sealed, tightfitting package
noun
a wrapping of such material
See shrink-wrap in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(shrĭngkˈrăpˌ)
noun
A protective wrapping for articles of merchandise consisting of a clear plastic film that is wound about the articles and then shrunk by heat to form a sealed, tight-fitting package. Also called shrink package.
To wrap (an article of merchandise) in protective clear plastic film.
adjective
Of or relating to shrink-wrap.
Of or relating to a legal agreement, such as a software license, to which one indicates acceptance by opening the shrink-wrap that encloses a product subject to the agreement.