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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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As tainted water flowed downstream, light chemicals like butyl acrylate naturally left the creek and entered the air by a process called volatilization.

From Salon • Oct. 5, 2024

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

From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2023

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

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2023

The chemicals included vinyl chloride, butyl acrylate and ethylhexyl acrylate, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 4, 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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