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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD NEOPRENE

From neo- + pr(opyl) + -ene.
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PRONUNCIATION OF NEOPRENE

neoprene  [ˈniːəʊˌpriːn] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF NEOPRENE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Neoprene is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES NEOPRENE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

neoprene

Neoprene

Neoprene or polychloroprene is a family of synthetic rubbers that are produced by polymerization of chloroprene. Neoprene exhibits good chemical stability, and maintains flexibility over a wide temperature range. It is used in a wide variety of applications, such as laptop sleeves, orthopedic braces, electrical insulation, liquid and sheet applied elastomeric membranes or flashings, and automotive fan belts.

Definition of neoprene in the English dictionary

The definition of neoprene in the dictionary is 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.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH NEOPRENE


Adiprene
ˈædɪpriːn
azathioprine
ˌæzəˈθaɪəˌpriːn
chloroprene
ˈklɔːrəʊˌpriːn
evergreen
ˈɛvəˌɡriːn
figurine
ˌfɪɡəˈriːn
green
ɡriːn
Greene
ɡriːn
isoprene
ˈaɪsəʊˌpriːn
isoxsuprine
aɪˈsɒksəˌpriːn
marine
məˈriːn
on-screen
ˌɒnˈskriːn
outpreen
ˌaʊtˈpriːn
polychloroprene
ˌpɒlɪˈklɔːrəʊˌpriːn
polyisoprene
ˌpɒlɪˈaɪsəˌpriːn
preen
priːn
screen
skriːn
submarine
ˈsʌbməˌriːn
vitrine
ˈvɪtriːn
widescreen
ˈwaɪdˌskriːn
wolverine
ˈwʊlvəˌriːn

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE NEOPRENE

neopagan
neopaganism
neophile
neophilia
neophiliac
neophobe
neophobia
neophobic
neophyte
neophytic
neopilina
neoplasia
neoplasm
neoplastic
neoplasticism
neoplasticist
neoplasty
Neoptolemus
neorealism
neorealist

WORDS THAT END LIKE NEOPRENE

arene
buckminsterfullerene
Cairene
Cyrene
fluorene
fullerene
Gadarene
gangrene
gas gangrene
gyrene
Hippocrene
Irene
Nazarene
phenanthrene
polystyrene
pyrene
schizophrene
styrene
terrene
threne

Synonyms and antonyms of neoprene in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «neoprene» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF NEOPRENE

Find out the translation of neoprene to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of neoprene from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «neoprene» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

氯丁橡胶
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

neopreno
570 millions of speakers

English

neoprene
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

neoprene
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

النيوبرين
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

неопрен
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

neoprene
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

neoplasty
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

néoprène
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Neoplasty
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Neopren
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ネオプレン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

네오프렌
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Neoplasty
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

cao su tổng hợp
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

neoplasty
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

निओप्लास्टी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

neoplasty
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

neoprene
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

neopren
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

неопрен
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

neopren
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

νεοπρένιο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

neoprene
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

neopren
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

neopren
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of neoprene

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «NEOPRENE»

The term «neoprene» is very widely used and occupies the 22.666 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «NEOPRENE» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «neoprene» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «neoprene» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about neoprene

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «NEOPRENE»

Discover the use of neoprene in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to neoprene and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Splinting the Hand and Upper Extremity: Principles and Process
Splinting with Neoprene Nicole Jacobs, OTR/L, CHT, and Christy Halpin, OTR/L, CHT INTRODUCTION Neoprene (polychloroprene) is a synthetic Latex-free polymer. Neoprene was first used for making wetsuits because of its flexibility and ...
MaryLynn A. Jacobs, Noelle Austin, Noelle M. Austin, 2003
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Dry Suit Diving: A Guide to Diving Dry
Punctures in foam neoprene dry suits are difficult to locate and repair. Any puncture introduces water into the cellular material of the suit. Repairs to a foam neoprene suit can only be performed when the suit is completely dry. The life ...
Steven M. Barsky, Dick Long, Bob Stinton, 2006
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Encyclopedia Of Corrosion Technology
Some of these applications have been replaced by synthetic rubbers that have been developed over the years. See Refs. 1 and 2. NEOPRENE (CR) Neoprene is one of the oldest and most versatile of the synthetic rubbers. Chemically it is ...
Philip A. Schweitzer, P.E., 2004
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Corrosion Resistance of Elastomers
Neoprene is also available in a variety of forms. In addition to a neoprene latex that is similar to natural rubber latex, neoprene is produced in a "fluid" form as either a compounded latex dispersion or a solvent solution. Once these materials  ...
Philip A. Schweitzer, P.E., 1990
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Handbook of Adhesives and Surface Preparation: Technology, ...
Neoprene is ordinarily used in organic solvents for convenient application. Although properties of neoprene and natural rubber are similar, neoprene generally forms stronger bonds and has better resistance to aging and heat. Solvent- based ...
Sina Ebnesajjad, 2010
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Backpacker
WOOD NEOPRENE OR RAWHIDE WEBBING AVERAGE AVERAGE- AVERAGE GOOD AVERAGE MOUNTAINS BRUSH MEDIUM RAWHIDE $57.00 NEOPRENE $53 00 "H" TYPE - 12.00 "K" TYPE - 12.00 "F" TYPE - 12.00 N.A. WOOD ...
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Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity: ...
Neoprene is a synthetic, latex-free polymer, making it an excellent option for the growing number of people with latex allergies. During World War II, all the available neoprene went toward war efforts to make products like tires, hoses, and fan ...
MaryLynn A. Jacobs, Noelle M. Austin, 2013
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Sport Diver
time in contaminated conditions, this type of suit is for you. Neoprene suits are a broad category that can range from a simple foam neoprene, often the least expensive type of drysuit, to crushed neoprene. If you live in Florida, for example, and ...
9
Ski
1992 BUYERS color; UNIQUE MARINE SUPPLIES XL; assorted colors; contact dealer for retail prices FARMER IOHN — Neoprene outside, nylon inside; XS-XL; assorted colors; contact dealer for retail prices SHORTIE [SHORT ARMS WITH ...
10
HVAC and Chemical Resistance Handbook for the Engineer and ...
Abrasive Products General Indoor Service 113 Natural Natural Neoprene Polyester 180°F Water. Organic Acids. Abrasive Products Oil Atmosphere Service and General Indoor/Outdoor 115 Natural Natural Butyl Polyester 180°F Water, ...
Tom Arimes, 1994

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «NEOPRENE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term neoprene is used in the context of the following news items.
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Tory Burch on Her New Sports Line, Finding Love, and Redefining …
There's a neoprene wet suit with floral side panels, a ponte blazer with a zip-out hood, pull-on dresses with tunic necklines, and oversize ... «Vogue.com, Jul 15»
2
Distressed Denim: Levi's Tries to Adapt to the Yoga Pants Era
Neoprene is supercomfortable in the water because it allows movement, but it's also superforgiving, it recovers well,” he says. “And there are ... «Bloomberg, Jul 15»
3
Active wear gets a chic update at the Sweatbar
She also stocks Duskii, an Australian brand that makes neoprene, Bond girl-esque swimwear durable enough for surfing, paddle boarding and ... «San Francisco Chronicle, Jul 15»
4
15 Newly-Graduated Young Designers to Watch
The onetime CFDA Scholarship winner paired tried-and-true design elements à la Alexander Wang (leather draping, neoprene -- Woo calls his ... «Papermag, Jul 15»
5
Alien Gear Holsters' Cloak Tuck 3.0 Improves on Original Design …
That's why we have incorporated an ultra-soft layer of closed-cell neoprene into the backing of the Cloak Tuck 3.0, a component that covers the ... «AmmoLand Shooting Sports News, Jul 15»
6
Swim attempt of English Channel awaits Plymouth woman
Caps may not be made from Neoprene or any other material which offers similar heat retention properties (as determined by the channel ... «Minneapolis Star Tribune, Jul 15»
7
Vogue Beauty Awards: Bollywood stars bag attention
While Virat looked dapper in a black suit, Anushka complemented her 'arm candy' in a light lemon neoprene and tulle, halter gown by Gauri and Nainika. «Times of India, Jul 15»
8
Nancy Binay, ever loyal to friend, to wear Randy O
Santiago also went for off-white neoprene for Lagdameo. Ease of wear was a design consideration, with the armholes of the butterfly sleeves ... «Inquirer.net, Jul 15»
9
Asics Gel Lyte III "Kimono"
Now the retro runner returns with a darker, solid indigo wash to offset the kimono accents on the red neoprene mesh. A university gold lingers ... «Sneaker News, Jul 15»
10
Red carpet round-up: In vogue at the Vogue Beauty Awards
Anushka of Dil Dhadakne Do fame certainly made our heart beat faster as she lived out her fairytale in a lemon-yellow neoprene and tulle ... «The Express Tribune, Jul 15»

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