epoxy resin
noun
: a flexible usually thermosetting resin made by copolymerization of an epoxide with another compound having two hydroxyl groups and used chiefly in coatings and adhesives
called also epoxy
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These substances are found in polycarbonate plastics, epoxy resins, food and drink containers, water bottles, thermal paper (e.g. receipts), and the linings of metal cans.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Last but not least, wind turbines' large blades are constructed from fiberglass, carbon fiber, or epoxy resin, rendering conventional recycling procedures ineffective.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Bundled fibers are stuffed into a huge mold, epoxy resin is injected, and heat and pressure do the rest.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Mar. 2012
The recycled tennis equipment is fused with a bio-sourced epoxy resin to create a durable and visually striking composite.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Last but not least, wind turbines' large blades are constructed from fiberglass, carbon fiber, or epoxy resin, rendering conventional recycling procedures ineffective.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Bundled fibers are stuffed into a huge mold, epoxy resin is injected, and heat and pressure do the rest.
—IEEE Spectrum, 28 Mar. 2012
The recycled tennis equipment is fused with a bio-sourced epoxy resin to create a durable and visually striking composite.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
See All Example Sentences for epoxy resin
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“Epoxy resin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/epoxy%20resin. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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