Definition of nitrile rubber
: any of a class of synthetic rubbers that are made by copolymerizing butadiene and acrylonitrile, are characterized by good resistance to swelling caused by oils, solvents, and greases, and are used especially in hose for carrying oils and gasoline, in tank linings, and in gaskets
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