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methacrylate

methacrylate

9.3
Made from a clear strong plastic used in glue and dental fillings
  • adjective
  • /ˌmɛθəˈkrɪleɪt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : metacrilato
  • The engineer selected a methacrylate adhesive for its strong bonding properties.

Examples

  • The new methacrylate adhesive is very strong.

  • A methacrylate resin was used to create durable dental fillings.

  • Protective eyewear often features methacrylate lenses for clarity and strength.

  • Researchers are studying methacrylate polymers for better durability.

  • The artist selected a methacrylate medium for its quick-drying and durable properties.

  • In the lab, researchers experimented with a methacrylate adhesive to enhance bonding strength.

  • The production process involves casting the product using a methacrylate polymer for better clarity.

Synonyms

methacrylic
vsmethacrylate
  • Specialized
9.5

Related to a type of acid used to make plastics and resins

is about materials made from or containing ester forms used in manufacturing

Compounds

polymethyl methacrylate
  • Specialized
9.9

Clear strong plastic like glass but lighter and less likely to break

Surface Forms

methacrylate positive

Morphology

methacrylate = methacrylic (opaque) = methacryl + ate

The term is a specialised chemical formation (combining form 'methacryl' + '-ate') that is not predictable for an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Methacrylate comes from two parts: methyl, meaning a 'small chemical part', and acrylic, the same root you see in acrylic paint and clear plastics. So a methacrylate adhesive or resin is 'made from' that kind of chemical and has the clear, strong quality of acrylics.