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fibreglass

The correct spelling is fibreglass.

How to pronounce fibreglass

noun

IPA: /ˈfaɪbəɡlɑːs/

Say it like: Fib-reg-las-s

The correct spelling is fibreglass. Silica based glass extruded into fibers that possess a length at least 1000 times greater than their width. For example: "to fibreglass the hull of a fishing-boat"

Usage Examples

to fibreglass the hull of a fishing-boat

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Silica based glass extruded into fibers that possess a length at least 1000 times greater than their width.
  2. 2.Ellipsis of fibreglass wool
  3. 3.A composite material made from fine fibres of spun glass held together with resin.

verb

  1. 1.To apply fibreglass to.

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