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Visqueen

Syllabification: (Vis·queen)
Pronunciation: /ˈvisˌkwēn/
Definition of Visqueen

noun

trademark
  • a durable polyethylene sheeting, used in various building applications and in the manufacture of waterproof household articles.

Origin:

1940s: from Visking, with humorous alteration of -king to -queen

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