polyisoprene

noun

poly·​iso·​prene ˌpä-lē-ˈī-sə-ˌprēn How to pronounce polyisoprene (audio)
: a polymer of isoprene occurring naturally in rubber and gutta-percha and also produced synthetically

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Condom Materials One of the first things to consider when buying a condom is the material it is made of, which can include latex, lambskin, polyurethane, polyisoprene, or nitrile. Andrea L. Braden, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024 Condoms can be made of latex, polyurethane (plastic), natural membrane (lambskin), or polyisoprene (non-latex natural rubber). Dawn Stacey, Phd, Lmhc, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2023 There are other options for people with latex allergies, including polyisoprene, polyurethane, and internal condoms, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Zahra Barnes, SELF, 29 Dec. 2020 Polyurethane and polyisoprene [latex alternatives] also transmit body heat really well. Liza Corsillo, GQ, 1 Nov. 2017

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of polyisoprene was in 1935

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“Polyisoprene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polyisoprene. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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