neoprene

[ nee-uh-preen ]

/ ˈni əˌprin /

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noun Chemistry.

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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Origin of neoprene

First recorded in 1935–40; neo- + (chloro)prene

Words nearby neoprene

neoplastic, neoplasticism, neoplasty, Neoplatonism, neopopulist, neoprene, neopronoun, Neoptolemus, neo-Pythagoreanism, neorealism, Neorican

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How to use neoprene in a sentence

The soft neoprene handles are easy-grip and non-slip to protect your hands against friction.
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Our tester also found it to be pleasantly stretchy and comparable to the conventional neoprene top he typically wears.
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Its 100 percent waterproof, 13-inch-high upper, which is insulated with seven millimeters of neoprene insulation, creates additional warmth and protection in high snow.
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Undoubtedly elevated, the collection also pulls in elements of comfort by way wool neoprene and sporty, ribbed cuffs.
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At John Galliano, designer Bill Gaytten presented a collection of neoprene jackets, electric colors, and chic baseball hats.
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There were flirty dresses, oversized neoprene sweatshirts and tunics, and leather jackets.
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Closing out the presentation, Rocky emerged in a neoprene zip-up and scrunched-up drop-crotch pants.
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The gentle tops were paired with neoprene trousers; dresses were made more engaging thanks to the precision of laser-cut details.
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It is made of chicken wire and neoprene, and was donated to Jones by a fan.
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Not only that, the white Mylar plasti-skin was a lot smoother than the servos' heavy neoprene.
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Long creases appeared in his big neoprene chest as he slumped hopelessly in his chair.
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It wasn't a leather, it wasn't a rubber, it was like a neoprene.
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British Dictionary definitions for neoprene

neoprene

/ (ˈniːəʊˌpriːn) /

noun

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

Word Origin for neoprene

C20: from neo- + pr (opyl) + -ene

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Scientific definitions for neoprene

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.