: a synthetic rubber made by the polymerization of chloroprene, characterized by superior resistance (as to oils), and used especially for special-purpose clothing (such as gloves and wet suits)
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Recent Examples on the WebIt's made of EVA, a performance fabric that beats laptop-sleeve standard neoprene for water resistance, shock absorption, and heat insulation, as well as its snug fit. Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 10 Aug. 2022 However, keep in mind that neoprene can pill, which a fabric shaver can remedy. Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 19 Aug. 2022 The thicker neoprene and reinforced kevlar panels equal better abrasion resistance and longevity.Outside Online, 23 June 2022 While the neoprene bag did get scuffed up fairly quickly on the light fabric, the dark nylon of this bag might not experience the same issue. Jamie Spain, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2022 The team used a neoprene wetsuit glove as a base, incorporating the adhesive elements (cut into rectangles) and sensors in each finger, with flexible pneumatic tubes inserted at the base of the adhesive elements. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 28 July 2022 Shaped just like a packing cube, this simple, yet stylish cosmetic bag has transparent pockets and neoprene compartments for all of your products! Ava Darrin, ELLE, 26 July 2022 Another favorite neoprene bag that's on sale is the fanny pack, which can be worn traveling through the airport, hiking up a mountain, or even just running errands around town. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE.com, 19 July 2022 Brew the coffee right in the bottle and pop it into its neoprene sleeve for on-the-go caffeination. Megan Wahn, Bon Appétit, 13 July 2022 See More