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)
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This is a simple design—just a shockproof neoprene sleeve with a watertight zipper and no extra features.
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Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025
The bright blue bodycon suits are made from flame-resistant stretch neoprene.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2025
They are made from flame-resistant stretch neoprene, offering improved comfort and safety compared to earlier polyester versions.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
The stretchable neoprene band wraps around both upper arms in front of the chest.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
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Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025
The bright blue bodycon suits are made from flame-resistant stretch neoprene.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2025
They are made from flame-resistant stretch neoprene, offering improved comfort and safety compared to earlier polyester versions.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2025
The stretchable neoprene band wraps around both upper arms in front of the chest.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
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“Neoprene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neoprene. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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neoprene
noun
neo·prene
ˈnē-ə-ˌprēn
: a synthetic rubber used in numerous products (as wet suits, mouse pads, and flexible pipes)
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