ep·ox·y ( -p k s )n. pl. ep·ox·ies 1. 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. 2. See epoxide. tr.v. ep·ox·ied, ep·ox·y·ing, ep·ox·ies To fasten together with epoxy. |
epoxy Chem
Adjective
1. of or containing an oxygen atom joined to two different groups that are themselves joined to other groups
2. of or consisting of an epoxy resin
Noun
pl epoxies
an epoxy resin [Greek epi upon + oxy(gen)]
| epoxy (-pks) 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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| Noun | 1. | epoxy - a thermosetting resin; used chiefly in strong adhesives and coatings and laminates Crazy Glue - a commercial brand of epoxy glue synthetic resin - a resin having a polymeric structure; especially a resin in the raw state; used chiefly in plastics |
| Verb | 1. | epoxy - glue with epoxy; "epoxy the shards" |
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