ne·o·prene (n   -prn )n. A synthetic rubber produced by polymerization of chloroprene and used in weather-resistant products, adhesives, shoe soles, sportswear, paints, and rocket fuels. [neo- + (chloro)prene.] |
neoprene [ˈniːəʊˌpriːn]
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(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) 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
[from neo- + pr(opyl) + -ene]
| neoprene (n-prn) 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. |
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| Noun | 1. | neoprene - a synthetic rubber that is resistant to oils and aging; used in waterproof products chloroprene - derivative of butadiene used in making neoprene by polymerization synthetic rubber, rubber - any of various synthetic elastic materials whose properties resemble natural rubber |
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