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)

Examples of neoprene in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The pneumatic hoses kept taking on seawater; the skin was made of neoprene foam, which soaked up water and became bloated; and one of the models kept getting tangled up in seaweed. —ArsTechnica, 20 June 2025

Plus, this vest comes with some nice practical perks—its breathable neoprene straps won’t chafe on long walks and its back pockets will keep your essentials handy. —Sara Coughlin, SELF, 16 June 2025

The price rise is because of the expensive materials used, such as neoprene, a synthetic rubber also used in wetsuits. —Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 9 June 2025

The cleaning instructions apply to koozies made of neoprene, as well as polyester, vinyl, and other washable materials. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

neo- + -prene (in chloroprene, isoprene)

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for neoprene

• agin
• alkene
• allene
• ameen
• amin
• amine
• arene
• athene
• baleen
• beeline
• benzene
• between

Kids Definition

neoprene

noun

neo·​prene ˈnē-ə-ˌprēn 

: a synthetic rubber used in numerous products (as wet suits, mouse pads, and flexible pipes)