ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Acrylic

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /əˈkɹɪl.ɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Acrylic is an adjective meaning (organic chemistry) Derived from acrylic acid or acrylonitrile.

Meaning

(organic chemistry) Derived from acrylic acid or acrylonitrile.

More Meanings

  1. Containing an acrylic resin.
  2. (organic chemistry) An acrylic resin.
  3. (painting) A paint containing an acrylic resin.
  4. A painting executed using such a paint.
  5. A thick sheet of plastic.
  6. A liquid coating system based on an acrylic resin.

Example Sentences

When it comes to painting, I prefer using acrylics as my medium.

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