faat3 pou5 gaau1發泡膠发泡胶
Jyutpingfaat3 pou5 gaau1
Yalefaat póuh gāau
Definition
Styrofoam or expanded polystyrene, a lightweight and insulating foam used for packaging.
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How it's used
Commonly associated with cheap, disposable food containers and protective packaging for electronics. It carries a negative connotation due to its environmental impact, often appearing in discussions about waste reduction and recycling efforts.
Measure word
gau6嚿gauhExamples
These takeout boxes are made of styrofoam.
Can you please not use styrofoam lunch boxes?
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