methacrylate

American

[meth-ak-ruh-layt] / mɛθˈæk rəˌleɪt /

noun

Chemistry.

an ester or salt derived from methacrylic acid.

methacrylate British

/ mɛθˈækrɪˌleɪt /

noun

any ester of methacrylic acid
See methacrylate resin

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methacrylate Scientific

/ mĕth-ăk′rə-lāt′ /

An ester of methacrylic acid, having the general formula C ₄ H ₃ O ₂ R, where R is an organic radical. Methacrylates are used in the manufacture of plastics.
A resin derived from methacrylic acid.

Etymology

Origin of methacrylate

First recorded in 1860–65; meth- + acryl(ic) + -ate ²

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methacrylate

The tank contains methyl methacrylate, which is highly flammable.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026

Methyl methacrylate is used to make resins and plastics.

From BBC ● May 25, 2026

The EPA says methyl methacrylate is irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes in humans.

From Barron's ● May 24, 2026

The boiling point of the chemical inside the tank, methyl methacrylate, is 101 degrees Celsius.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026

The crystal ball measures one inch in diameter and is actually made of genuine methacrylate which is crystal clear.

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