neoprene

[nee-uh-preen]

ne·o·prene

[nee-uh-preen]
noun Chemistry.
an oil-resistant synthetic rubber: used chiefly in paints, putties, linings for tanks and chemical apparatus, and in crepe soles for shoes.

Origin:
1935–40; neo- + (chloro)prene
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Neoprene is always a great word to know.
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neoprene (ˈniːəʊˌpriːn)
 
n
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
 
[C20: from neo- + pr(opyl) + -ene]

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neoprene   (nē'ə-prēn')  Pronunciation Key 
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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