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elastomer

UK
/ɪˈlæs.tə.mə/
US
/ɪˈlæs.tə.mɚ/

Translations

elastomernoun
elastomers
pl
UK
/ɪˈlæs.tə.mə/
US
/ɪˈlæs.tə.mɚ/
The engineer selected an elastomer for the seal because of its flexibility and durability.
L’ingénieur a choisi un élastomère pour le joint en raison de sa flexibilité et de sa durabilité.
Synonyms
synthetic rubber
polymer
flexible material
rubber
elastomeradjective
UK
/ɪˈlɑː.stə.mə/
US
/ɪˈlæ.stə.mɚ/
Used only attributively and generally non-gradable.
élastomèreEmploi attributif en terminologie technique.
The pipeline was protected by an elastomer coating.
La canalisation était protégée par un revêtement élastomère.
Additional translations
élastomériquePlus technique ou plus formel que l’adjectif attributif courant.
Synonyms
elastomeric
springy
elastic
rubbery
rubberlike
resilient
flexible
stretchy
pliant
supple

Definitions

elastomernoun
A polymer with viscoelasticity (having both viscosity and elasticity) and very weak intermolecular forces, generally having a low Young's modulus and high failure strain compared with other materials.
The engineer selected an elastomer for the seal because of its flexibility and durability.
A material, such as rubber, that can return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed.
The soles of the shoes are made from an elastomer to provide better cushioning and comfort.
elastomeradjective
Used attributively: made of, relating to, or characteristic of an elastomer.
The pipeline was protected by an elastomer coating.
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