fiberglass

/ˈfaɪbərˌɡlæs/
noun
  1. A strong, lightweight material made from thin fibers of glass, used for making boats, car parts, insulation, and other products.
    • They installed fiberglass insulation in the attic to keep the house warm.
    • The boat's hull is made of fiberglass, which makes it both strong and light.
    • Many surfboards are constructed from fiberglass for durability.
verb
  1. To cover or repair something with fiberglass material.
    • The technician will fiberglass the crack in the pool's surface.
    • They decided to fiberglass the old wooden canoe to make it waterproof.
    • He learned how to fiberglass a car hood in his auto shop class.
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