methacrylate
/ˌmɛθəˈkrɪleɪt/
noun
- A chemical compound used to make a strong, clear plastic (such as acrylic glass or Plexiglas).
- The artist used methacrylate to create a durable, transparent sculpture.
- The dentist applied a methacrylate-based filling to repair the tooth.
- Many aquariums are built with sheets of methacrylate because it is lighter than glass.
- A type of resin or plastic made from methacrylate compounds, often used in paints, adhesives, and dental materials.
- The protective coating on the floor is a methacrylate polymer that resists scratches.
- The nail technician used a methacrylate gel to create long-lasting artificial nails.
- This industrial glue contains methacrylate, which bonds strongly to metal and plastic.