plastic

generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives

a card (usually plastic) that assures a seller that the person using it has a satisfactory credit rating and that the issuer will see to it that the seller receives payment for the merchandise delivered; "do you take plastic?"

capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material); "plastic substances such as wax or clay"

capable of being influenced or formed; "the plastic minds of children"; "a pliant nature"

forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning; "a formative influence"; "a formative experience"