Polyurethane
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Polyurethane is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) Any of various polymeric resins containing urethane links; used in many industrial and domestic applications.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) Any of various polymeric resins containing urethane links; used in many industrial and domestic applications.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To coat (a floor etc.) with polyurethane.
Example Sentences
Firefighters were hampered by toxic fumes from polyurethane mattresses and overstuffed furniture.
Word Forms
- polyurethanes
- polyurethaning
- polyurethaned
Synonyms for polyurethane
Depending on context, synonyms include PUR.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include foam, foamed, urethane, polyurea, poly, polyesterurethane.
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