epoxy
noun
Pronunciation: /ɪˈpɒksi/
Definition
A strong, durable adhesive or plastic created by mixing two chemical components that harden through a reaction.
Examples
He used a high-strength epoxy to secure the loose handle on his favorite kitchen knife.
The garage floor was coated in a layer of gray epoxy to prevent oil stains and wear.
After the epoxy cured overnight, the joint between the two wooden boards was stronger than the wood itself.
How to Use epoxy
- epoxy something to something (collocation)
- To permanently attach one object to another using this adhesive. — "He had to epoxy the broken piece of the statue back to the base."
- epoxy resin (collocation)
- The specific chemical mixture used for bonding or casting. — "The craft store sells kits containing two bottles of epoxy resin."
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