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[ih-pok-see, ih-pok-]Chemistry
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adjective

having the structure of an epoxide.

noun, plural ep·ox·ies.

Also called epoxy resin. any of a class of resins derived by polymerization from epoxides: used chiefly in adhesives, coatings, electrical insulation, solder mix, and castings.

verb (used with object), ep·ox·ied, ep·ox·y·ing.

to bond (two materials) by means of an epoxy resin.

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adhesive, plaster, mud, sand, size, gum, concrete, binder, bond, solder, glue, paste, mucilage, gunk, tar, birdlime, sealant, mortar, lime, putty

Origin of epoxy

First recorded in 1915–20; ep- + oxy-2
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British Dictionary definitions for epoxy

epoxy

adjective chem

of, consisting of, or containing an oxygen atom joined to two different groups that are themselves joined to other groupsepoxy group
of, relating to, or consisting of an epoxy resin

noun plural epoxies

short for epoxy resin

Word Origin for epoxy

C20: from epi- + oxy- ²
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Word Origin and History for epoxy
n.

1916, in reference to certain chemical compounds, from epi- + first element of oxygen (epoxy- is used as a prefix in chemistry). Resins from them are used as powerful glues. Hence the verb meaning "to bond with epoxy" (1965). Related: Epoxied.

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Medicine definitions for epoxy

epoxy

[ĭ-pŏk′sē]

n.

Any of various usually thermosetting resins capable of forming tight cross-linked polymer structures characterized by toughness, strong adhesion, and low shrinkage, used especially in surface coatings and adhesives.

adj.

Containing an oxygen atom bound to two different atoms linked in some other way, especially a compound containing a ring formed by one oxygen atom and two carbon atoms.
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Science definitions for epoxy

epoxy

[ĭ-pŏk′sē]

Any of various artificial resins made of chains of epoxide rings. Epoxies are tough, very adhesive, and resistant to chemicals. They are used to make protective coatings and glues. Also called epoxy resin
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Culture definitions for epoxy

epoxy

[(i-pok-see)]

A high-strength adhesive, often made of two different materials that must be mixed together just prior to use.

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