epoxy

noun

Definition of epoxynext
as in epoxy resin

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Recent Examples of epoxy During curing, some epoxy systems generate significant heat, particularly in thick composite structures. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026 The ultrasonic transmitters emitted these sound waves through the rods, which interact acoustically via the epoxy. — IEEE Spectrum, 18 June 2026 Smaller cracks can be repaired with epoxy glue, but even that is only a temporary fix. — Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 In recent years, simplified versions of kintsugi using epoxy and metallic powders have gained popularity, offering quicker and less expensive results. — Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for epoxy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for epoxy
  1. epoxy resin
  2. adhesive
  3. glue
  4. water glass
  5. superglue
  6. mucilage
  7. paste
  8. cement
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  • The real toxicity concern, per The New Republic‘s review of contractor materials, confirming previous reporting from Meidas News, lies in the epoxy resin used for the pool’s new lining, which carries explicit long-term aquatic toxicity warnings.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 July 2026
  • As with the Apollo spacecraft, Orion’s heat shield is made principally of a material known as Avcoat, a combination of epoxy resin and silica fibers, designed to absorb the fires of reentry and slowly burn off, or ablate, carrying the reentry heat away from the capsule and crew.
    — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 11 Apr. 2026
Definition of epoxy resin
Noun
  • This is different from regular tape in that the adhesive is formulated to be kinder to sensitive skin.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Like warm water, heat from a blowdryer releases the sticker’s adhesive for an easy way to remove it from the glass surface.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of adhesive
Noun
  • Initially introduced in 2018, these are thin layers of molecules that act like molecular glue.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2026
  • These tags look like an antenna sticking out of a small rectangular box, and staff used eyelash glue to stick them to the back of the butterflies.
    — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of glue
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  • In her debut role, Kiami Davael played Lavender, Matilda’s first real friend who pranks Miss Trunchbull with a frog in her water glass.
    — Huntley Woods, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
  • For example, pot holders are near the oven and stove, water glasses are stocked near the refrigerator, silverware is centrally located, and cooking tools are within arm's reach.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Definition of water glass
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  • The final version mostly holds itself together, though the front bezel requires either some electrical tape or a couple dabs of superglue to stay attached.
    — Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026
  • Science journalist Michaeleen Doucleff felt like her phone had superglue on it, holding her on it for hours each day while draining her of time and energy.
    — Rebecca Ramirez, NPR, 1 June 2026
Definition of superglue
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  • The vinegar will also help break down the mucilage, making the pods less slimy.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Turn to pickled okra for the tart, punchy flavor for this dish—but without the mucilage that people often associate with the vegetable.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
Definition of mucilage
Noun
  • For larger sections of tile, mix 1 cup baking soda with 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide into a paste.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Packets of fortified peanut paste that cost less than a dollar each can bring a malnourished child back from the brink of death within weeks.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of paste
Noun
  • It is eventually converted back into limestone, which can once again enter the cement production process.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Houthi attacks on ships passing through a vital chokepoint may lead Washington to cement relations with more reliable partners along Africa’s coastline.
    — Paul Tilsley, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of cement

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