multi-strand macromolecule

Also contains definition of: n-strand molecule
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.M04067
A @M03667@ that comprises @C01288@ connected in such a way that adjacent constitutional units are joined to each other through more than four atoms, more than two on at least one side of each @C01288@.
Note:
A macromolecule that comprises constitutional units joined to each other through \(n\) atoms on at least one side of each @C01288@ is termed an n-strand macromolecule, e.g. three-strand macromolecule. If an ambiguity exists in defining \(n\), the highest possible number is selected.
Source:
PAC, 1996, 68, 2287. (Glossary of basic terms in polymer science (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)) on page 2296 [Terms] [Paper]