neoprene
an oil-resistant synthetic rubber: used chiefly in paints, putties, linings for tanks and chemical apparatus, and in sportswear and crepe soles for shoes.
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The soft neoprene handles are easy-grip and non-slip to protect your hands against friction.
Best adjustable dumbbells: Save space and work out smarter | Irena Collaku | August 19, 2021 | Popular-ScienceYoukeeThis reusable neoprene lunch bag lacks all the zipper compartments and dense insulation of other lunch totes on this list.
Is it noon yet? The best lunch box, bento boxes, lunch bags for adults | Florie Korani | August 12, 2021 | Popular-ScienceOur tester also found it to be pleasantly stretchy and comparable to the conventional neoprene top he typically wears.
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Buy a Sustainable Wetsuit | wtaylor | July 23, 2021 | Outside OnlineIts 100 percent waterproof, 13-inch-high upper, which is insulated with seven millimeters of neoprene insulation, creates additional warmth and protection in high snow.
Four Cold-Weather Boots That Will Keep You Warm | Stephanie Pearson | March 11, 2021 | Outside OnlineUndoubtedly elevated, the collection also pulls in elements of comfort by way wool neoprene and sporty, ribbed cuffs.
At John Galliano, designer Bill Gaytten presented a collection of neoprene jackets, electric colors, and chic baseball hats.
There were flirty dresses, oversized neoprene sweatshirts and tunics, and leather jackets.
Closing out the presentation, Rocky emerged in a neoprene zip-up and scrunched-up drop-crotch pants.
Street Wear Brand Hood by Air Makes Fashion Week Debut | Misty White Sidell | February 11, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTThe gentle tops were paired with neoprene trousers; dresses were made more engaging thanks to the precision of laser-cut details.
It is made of chicken wire and neoprene, and was donated to Jones by a fan.
Not only that, the white Mylar plasti-skin was a lot smoother than the servos' heavy neoprene.
The Love of Frank Nineteen | David Carpenter KnightLong creases appeared in his big neoprene chest as he slumped hopelessly in his chair.
The Love of Frank Nineteen | David Carpenter KnightJoel Latham felt a hardness at his heel, an irritating lump inside his neoprene boot.
One Purple Hope! | Henry HasseIt wasn't a leather, it wasn't a rubber, it was like a neoprene.
Warren Commission (10 of 26): Hearings Vol. X (of 15) | The President's Commission on the Assassination of President KennedyScotty spent the time on a small repair job, taping up the neoprene gasoline hoses that carried fuel to the houseboat motors.
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British Dictionary definitions for neoprene
/ (ˈniːəʊˌpriːn) /
a synthetic rubber obtained by the polymerization of chloroprene. It is resistant to oil and ageing and is used in waterproof products, such as diving suits, paints, and adhesives
Origin of neoprene
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Scientific definitions for neoprene
[ nē′ə-prēn′ ]
A tough, synthetic rubber that is resistant to the effects of oils, solvents, heat, and weather. Neoprene is a polymer whose basic constituent is chlorinated butadiene. Neoprene was one of the first synthetic rubbers to be developed.
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