acrylate

[ ak-ruh-leyt, -lit ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. a salt or ester of an acrylic acid.

Word History and Origins

Origin of acrylate¹

First recorded in 1870–75; acryl(ic) + -ate ²

Example Sentences

Nine days after the derailment, sophisticated air testing by a business owner showed the building’s indoor air was contaminated with butyl acrylate and other chemicals carried by the railcars.

From Salon

Since it does not require mechanical parts to smooth the resin, this contactless system works with materials that cure more slowly than the acrylates which are traditionally used in 3D printing.

From Science Daily

In both dispersions, the base polymer was a copolymer composed of the inexpensive, commercially available components styrene and butyl acrylate.

From Science Daily

Meanwhile, acrylate groups facilitate the reconnection between the graphite and the binder, even if the bond is disrupted.

From Science Daily

Blood and urine will be screened for exposure to chemicals present or suspected to be present at the derailment, including dioxins, vinyl chloride, acrolein and butyl acrylate.

From Seattle Times