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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Made from ultra-lightweight neoprene lined with quick-drying microfleece, this wetsuit-style Zhik top finds the sweet spot between freedom of movement and proper insulation.
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Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
These typically come with a neoprene backing that prevents slipping, while adding extra layers of durability and comfort.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
They were run through with neoprene tubing, and there were these insects that looked like cockroaches which were like message-units that were kind of like my bloodstream.
—Rolling Stone, 1 Aug. 2025
The pneumatic hoses kept taking on seawater; the skin was made of neoprene foam, which soaked up water and became bloated; and one of the models kept getting tangled up in seaweed.
—ArsTechnica, 20 June 2025
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Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
These typically come with a neoprene backing that prevents slipping, while adding extra layers of durability and comfort.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
They were run through with neoprene tubing, and there were these insects that looked like cockroaches which were like message-units that were kind of like my bloodstream.
—Rolling Stone, 1 Aug. 2025
The pneumatic hoses kept taking on seawater; the skin was made of neoprene foam, which soaked up water and became bloated; and one of the models kept getting tangled up in seaweed.
—ArsTechnica, 20 June 2025
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“Neoprene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neoprene. Accessed 9 Sep. 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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