Definition of photodegradable in English:
photodegradable
adjective ˌfəʊtə(ʊ)dɪˈɡreɪdəb(ə)lˌfōdōdəˈɡrādəb(ə)l
Capable of being decomposed by the action of light, especially sunlight.
Example sentencesExamples
- Some photodegradable and biodegradable plastics are already in use in agriculture, according to Tyler.
- Some work best in dry climates, others require moisture; some stabilize road bases while others cannot withstand the pressures of vehicle traffic; some are photodegradable while others are not; and so on.
- The patent is issued for ultraviolet protective coatings for application to heat sensitive record materials and other photodegradable printed matter.
Synonyms
disposable, expendable, one-use, non-returnable, one-way, single-trip
Definition of photodegradable in US English:
photodegradable
adjectiveˌfōdōdəˈɡrādəb(ə)l
Capable of being decomposed by the action of light, especially sunlight.
Example sentencesExamples
- Some work best in dry climates, others require moisture; some stabilize road bases while others cannot withstand the pressures of vehicle traffic; some are photodegradable while others are not; and so on.
- Some photodegradable and biodegradable plastics are already in use in agriculture, according to Tyler.
- The patent is issued for ultraviolet protective coatings for application to heat sensitive record materials and other photodegradable printed matter.
Synonyms
disposable, expendable, one-use, non-returnable, one-way, single-trip