Thesaurus results for MUCILAGE

mucilage

noun

Definition of mucilage

as in epoxy

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Recent Examples of mucilage While the production of mucilage is a natural property of cooked okra, there are ways to downplay its effects and to make the slimy texture less prominent. — Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026 The vinegar will also help break down the mucilage, making the pods less slimy. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026 Soaking chia seeds results in a gel-like coating, called mucilage, that surrounds the seeds. — Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2026 Each tiny seed sucks up water to form a layer of mucilage, creating a gel-like texture. — Andrew Coletti, Popular Science, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mucilage

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Noun

The researchers addressed this limitation using protective layers containing conductive epoxy and titanium foil.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
While never as durable as replacement counters, epoxy is still far more durable than paint.

— Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of epoxy

Noun

In her debut role, Kiami Davael played Lavender, Matilda’s first real friend who pranks Miss Trunchbull with a frog in her water glass.

— Huntley Woods, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
For example, pot holders are near the oven and stove, water glasses are stocked near the refrigerator, silverware is centrally located, and cooking tools are within arm's reach.

— Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026

Definition of water glass

Noun

To ensure durability in saline conditions, the researchers used butyl rubber and cover glass, topped with a transparent epoxy resin outer protective layer to build a waterproof, pressure-resistant, and corrosion-resistant armor.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026
The real toxicity concern, per The New Republic‘s review of contractor materials, confirming previous reporting from Meidas News, lies in the epoxy resin used for the pool’s new lining, which carries explicit long-term aquatic toxicity warnings.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 July 2026

Definition of epoxy resin

Noun

To add body and texture, Burney begins with the STMNT Wax Powder, finishing with the STMNT matte paste to give and hold the structure in place.

— Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026
Ruscha painted it using ingredients from the kitchen, including egg yolk, soybean paste, beets, and coconut milk.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of paste

Noun

It's composed mainly of a flexible biocompatible polymer, and is adhered to the face beside the eye via a medical adhesive.

— Ben Coxworth October 23, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026
The Samsara Tracking Label—released in June—combines them into a paper-thin, disposable adhesive providing real-time shipment visibility.

— Jay Bouchard, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of adhesive

Noun

The final version mostly holds itself together, though the front bezel requires either some electrical tape or a couple dabs of superglue to stay attached.

— Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026
Science journalist Michaeleen Doucleff felt like her phone had superglue on it, holding her on it for hours each day while draining her of time and energy.

— Rebecca Ramirez, NPR, 1 June 2026

Definition of superglue

Noun

Further, modifying the nanoparticle sizes, ligand chain lengths, or overall electrical charges allows full control over the resulting material.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
The collection includes shoulder bags in two sizes as well as a top-handle style, but we’re particularly taken with the larger shoulder bag.

— Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026