Neoprene Definition

nēə-prēn
noun
A synthetic rubber produced by the polymerization of chloroprene: it is highly resistant to oil, heat, light, and oxidation.
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Other Word Forms of Neoprene

Noun

Singular:
neoprene
Plural:
neoprenes

Origin of Neoprene

  • US, 1930s; genericized trademark for DuPont brand of polychloroprene. neo- (“new") +"Ž isoprene (dropping the iso-), the latter from terpene. Originally called duprene (blend of DuPont and isoprene); the “new" is because neoprene was the first mass-produced general-purpose synthetic rubber.

    From Wiktionary

  • neo– (chloro)prene

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Neoprene Sentence Examples

  • When removed you will see the neoprene gasket holding on the air intake box.

  • Double neoprene kneepads to prevent punctures, when kneeling.

  • The luxurious neoprene lining even ensures your feet keep warm in winter.

  • Always store your wet suit on a wide hanger to prevent the neoprene from cracking or becoming misshapen.

  • These small cross sections of molded compressed neoprene are the key to our survival and deserve more attention than they often get.

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Words Starting With

NNENEO

Words Ending With

ENEENE

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Words Starting With N and Ending With E

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8 Letter Words8 Letter Words Starting With N8 Letter Words Ending With E