elastomer
noun
elas·to·mer
i-ˈla-stə-mər 
: any of various elastic substances resembling rubber
polyvinyl elastomers
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Some brands may use latex or thermoplastic elastomers.
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Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 8 June 2026
On one side, a liquid-crystal elastomer contracts.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
This complex combination can be achieved using just one material – thermoplastic copolyester elastomer.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
Simply stretch the elastomer harness over your boots to engage 21 stainless steel 7mm spikes.
—Harry Spampinato, Outside, 6 Feb. 2026
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Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 8 June 2026
On one side, a liquid-crystal elastomer contracts.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
This complex combination can be achieved using just one material – thermoplastic copolyester elastomer.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 May 2026
Simply stretch the elastomer harness over your boots to engage 21 stainless steel 7mm spikes.
—Harry Spampinato, Outside, 6 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for elastomer
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“Elastomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elastomer. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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