neoprene

noun

neo·prene ˈnē-ə-ˌprēn

: a synthetic rubber made by the polymerization of chloroprene, characterized by superior resistance (as to oils), and used especially for special-purpose clothing (such as gloves and wet suits)

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Pritchard covered the house in a dark-gray neoprene (hence the name), a material normally used to coat flat industrial roofs, but in this case, it’s said to provide superior sound quality for musicians. —

Kim Velsey, Curbed, 19 July 2024 Protect your hands and feet with neoprene boots and gloves to avoid cold injuries. —

Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2024 It was built among five massive boulder formations with an exterior completely covered in a dark gray neoprene, hence the name. —

Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 25 Dec. 2024 The soft, collapsible heel wrap—resembling neoprene—gently molds to the shape of your heel, providing a snug yet nonconstricting feel. —

Cory Smith, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for neoprene