Epoxy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈpɒk.si/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Epoxy is an adjective meaning (chemistry) Derived from an epoxide.
Meaning
(chemistry) Derived from an epoxide.
More Meanings
- A thermosetting polyepoxide resin used chiefly in strong adhesives, coatings and laminates; epoxy resin.
- To glue with epoxy.
Example Sentences
The largest epoxy sales values were into Germany, Denmark, Spain and Austria. […] Across Europe, the sector accounts for turnover of €4 billion and employs around 25,000 people, with epoxies being present in many different products across the sector.
Word Forms
- epoxies
- epoxying
- epoxied
- epoxyed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include epoxide, boron, graphite, resin, glue, adhesive.
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