nurdle
noun/ˈnɜːdl/
/ˈnɜːrdl/
[usually plural]- a very small pellet (= a small hard ball) of plastic that is used in the process of making plastic products
- Many tons of plastic nurdles have been collected.
- Shipping companies must take responsibility for clearing up nurdle spills.
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