acrylic

//əˈkrɪlɪk//
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Visual representation of acrylic

Noun

acrylicSingular
acrylicsPlural
1

A synthetic resin or plastic made from acrylic acid or related compounds, used in paints, fibers, and transparent materials.

This display case is made of clear acrylic.

2

A type of paint made with acrylic resin, known for quick drying and water resistance.

I prefer acrylic because it dries quickly and is easy to clean up.

3

A synthetic fiber or fabric made from polymers of acrylic acid.

This sweater is made of acrylic, so it's easy to wash.

Adjective

acrylicCanonical form
1

Made of or relating to acrylic resin or acrylic acid.

The artist used acrylic paints for the mural.

Synonym

acrylic - Deep Vocabulary