NEOPRENE

neoprene

(noun) a synthetic rubber that is resistant to oils and aging; used in waterproof products

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

neoprene (countable and uncountable, plural neoprenes)

A synthetic rubber, a polymer of chloroprene, commonly used in wetsuits, laptop sleeves, orthopedic braces, electrical insulation, liquid and sheet-applied elastomeric membranes and flashings, car fan belts, etc.

Synonyms

• polychloroprene

Source: Wiktionary



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