Definition of "thermoform" [thermoform]

• A method of shaping, especially for thermoplastics, while hot. (verb)

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• "We figured out a kind of a digital inkjet printer for this very stiff, strong, carbon-composite material, and then ways to thermoform it, because it's a combination of carbon and nylon, into whatever complex shapes you want, like the one just shown at the auto show by one of the tier-one suppliers."
• "Sales increased by 9 percent during the fourth quarter due entirely to the acquisition of Associated Packaging Technologies, a leading thermoform tray manufacturer for the frozen food industry, partially offset by a slight decline in volume."
• "Familiarity with thermoform process and packaging industry"