epoxy

noun

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ep·oxy | \ i-ˈpäk-sē

plural epoxies

Definition of epoxy

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: epoxy resin Incorporating such ingredients as carbon and aramid fibers, graphite, epoxies and ceramics, these corrosion-resistant composites could replace steel cables and concrete decks, cutting weight by as much as two-thirds.— J. Taylor Buckley

epoxy

verb

epoxied or epoxyed; epoxying

Definition of epoxy (Entry 2 of 3)

transitive verb

: to glue, fill, or coat with epoxy resin

epoxy

adjective

Definition of epoxy (Entry 3 of 3)

1 : containing oxygen attached to two different atoms already united in some other way specifically : containing a 3-membered ring consisting of one oxygen and two carbon atoms

2 : of or relating to an epoxide

Examples of epoxy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun The guest bedroom has an epoxy floor with some of Biton's vinyl records. — Mark Dunphy, San Antonio Express-News, "Photos: San Antonio builder selling his own sleek Southtown home," 8 Feb. 2021 Salvage something already broken or buy an inexpensive plate or mug for an exercise in stress relief; then enhance its appearance with one of six epoxy colors. — Meghan Kavanaugh, USA TODAY, "41 thoughtful DIY gifts anyone would love," 4 Nov. 2020 This can be easily changed with sandpaper or epoxy, but most easily on one-piece bolt-action stocks, not two-piece lever, auto, pump, or single-shot stocks. — Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, "How to Buy Your First Nice Hunting Rifle," 2 Nov. 2020 The concourse floors are a soft gray flecked with brown giving the impression of concrete, although the floors' epoxy surface is more comfortable for walking. — Mark Lamster, Dallas News, "Sorry, haters: Globe Life Field, the new home of the Rangers, is a great place to watch a ballgame — and a serious work of architecture," 16 Oct. 2020 Once the ports are glued in place, use a putty knife to spread a thick coating of epoxy sealer along the crack, including over the base of each injection port. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Waterproof Your Basement," 12 Oct. 2020 Terrazzo features chips of marble, glass, or quartz flecked into a cement or epoxy-resin base, allowing for an infinite number of color combinations and a range of size options for the chips themselves. — Sarah Baird, House Beautiful, "Kitsch," 14 Sep. 2020 The 5,823-square-foot house includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a home gym and an art room with an epoxy floor for easy cleanup. — Kim Palmer, Star Tribune, "Former Twins pitcher Glen Perkins' estate in Lakeville is on market for $2.5M," 14 Aug. 2020 Some reorganization, a fresh paint job, and a new epoxy floor all happened in a flurry along with the bedroom makeover. — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, "The Final Reveals from the Spring 2020 One Room Challenge Offer So Much Interior Design Inspiration," 24 June 2020 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb This chunk of wood was attached to a water supply by using a PVC pipe and some epoxy to prevent water from bypassing the wood filter. — Popular Science, "Wood filters, hot rocks, and seven other ways to purify water in the wild," 2 Nov. 2020

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epoxy

noun

English Language Learners Definition of epoxy

: a type of glue

See the full definition for epoxy in the English Language Learners Dictionary

epoxy

adjective

ep·oxy | \ i-ˈpäk-sē

Medical Definition of epoxy

: containing oxygen attached to two different atoms already united in some other way specifically : containing a 3-membered ring consisting of one oxygen and two carbon atoms