Cellophane Definition

sĕlə-fān
noun
A thin, transparent material made from cellulose, used as a moisture-proof wrapping for foods, tobacco, etc.
Webster's New World
Plastic wrap.
American Heritage
verb
To wrap or package in cellophane.
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Other Word Forms of Cellophane

Noun

Singular:
cellophane
Plural:
cellophanes

Origin of Cellophane

  • Genericized trademark. Blend of cellulose and diaphane.

    From Wiktionary

  • Originally a trademark

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Cellophane Sentence Examples

  • Personalized mugs and hot cocoa mix make for a cozy winter treat, while caramel apples wrapped in cellophane and tied with a fancy ribbon are great fall treats.

  • The rest of us get busy removing cellophane from the remainder.

  • One buffet table sagged beneath the weight of five kegs while another held food wrapped in cellophane and tinfoil.

  • Procure good quality, clear cellophane to provide the final wrapping.

  • We then wrap such gifts with clear, crisp cellophane and use ribbons, bows, etc. to finish the wrapping.

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Words Starting With

CCECEL

Words Ending With

ENEANE

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Words Starting With C and Ending With E

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