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epoxy

Pronunciation: /ɪˈpɒksi, ɛ-/

Definition of epoxy

noun (plural epoxies)

  • (also epoxy resin) [mass noun] an adhesive, plastic, or other material made from a class of synthetic thermosetting polymers containing epoxide groups.

adjective

  • consisting of epoxy:epoxy cement

verb (epoxies, epoxying, epoxied)

[with object]
  • glue (something) using epoxy resin: the wire is epoxied to the top of the nut

Origin:

early 20th century: from epi- 'in addition' + oxy-2

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