polyurethane
noun
poly·ure·thane
ˌpä-lē-ˈyu̇r-ə-ˌthān 
: any of various polymers that contain NHCOO linkages and are used especially in flexible and rigid foams, elastomers, and resins (as for coatings)
Examples of polyurethane in a Sentence
The floor will need two coats of polyurethane.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2025
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Finishes like polyurethane, varnish, or laminate add a protective topcoat to your cabinets to protect them from substances like grease.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2025
While that might sound more sustainable than real leather, there's still a lot of polyurethane in these cases.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 7 Feb. 2025
Finishes like polyurethane, varnish, or laminate add a protective topcoat to your cabinets to protect them from substances like grease.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2025
Colors Available: 1 Material: 100% polyurethane $15 Buy Now
Target also carries a slipper version of the Oran Sandal, which is perfect for the fall and winter season.
—Brittany Leitner, StyleCaster, 4 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for polyurethane
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“Polyurethane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polyurethane. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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