acrylic

adj. made from a type of plastic or chemical, often used for clothes or paint.

adj. pertaining to or containing polymers derived from acrylic acid or acrylonitrile.

“She bought a warm acrylic sweater because it was cheaper than wool.”

“The manufacturer transitioned to acrylic fibres to improve the durability and moisture-wicking properties of their outdoor apparel line.”

Technical

n. a fast-drying paint used by artists that can be mixed with water.

n. a quick-drying water-soluble paint medium consisting of pigment suspended in an acrylic polymer emulsion.

“The artist used bright acrylics to capture the sunset on the canvas.”

“Acrylics are often preferred by contemporary muralists due to their rapid drying time and resistance to weather-induced fading.”

n. a hard, clear plastic material often used instead of glass.

n. a rigid, transparent synthetic plastic material, often used as a shatterproof alternative to glass.

“The protective screen was made of a thick sheet of acrylic.”

“The architect specified high-grade acrylic for the skylights to reduce the overall weight of the roof structure while maintaining clarity.”

Technical