acrylate

American

[ak-ruh-leyt, -lit] / ˈæk rəˌleɪt, -lɪt /

noun

Chemistry.

a salt or ester of an acrylic acid.

Etymology

Origin of acrylate

First recorded in 1870–75; acryl(ic) + -ate ²

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, acrylate groups facilitate the reconnection between the graphite and the binder, even if the bond is disrupted.

From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2023

Blood and urine will be screened for exposure to chemicals present or suspected to be present at the derailment, including dioxins, vinyl chloride, acrolein and butyl acrylate.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 25, 2023

"If people are determined to continue with acrylate nail products, they should get them done professionally," she added.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2023

There are a wide range of chemicals that scientists are concerned about from the East Palestine crash, including vinyl chloride, 2-butoxyethanol, ethylhexyl acrylate, butyl acrylate and isobutylene.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2023

Butyl acrylate, a chemical that was also released in the East Palestine train derailment last month, is a clear, colorless, potentially flammable liquid with a fruity aroma.

From Washington Post • Mar. 27, 2023

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