neoprene

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"Outfitted head to toe in neoprene, at this time of year we paddle in sheltered areas like Porpoise Bay or Smugglers Cove," the part-time Chatelech secondary school physical-education instructor said.

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  1. noun A synthetic rubber produced by polymerization of chloroprene and used in weather-resistant products, adhesives, shoe soles, sportswear, paints, and rocket fuels.

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  • "It is very light and is towed by a synthetic rubber balloon made of neoprene," the article offered. —  Omni: Fall 1995
  • A mix of high quality full grain nappa leather and protective splash proof neoprene.
  • The stretchy and abrasion-resistant neoprene cover wraps around the camera body and shuts securely with a Velcro® closure.
  • With a line of cases for the latest mobile and smartphones, the company has carved out a niche with products that offer more than rudimentary protection you get from standard silicone or neoprene sleeves. —  Mobile Magazine
  • Inside is a neoprene-like liner that keeps your stuff from getting scratched, but it's not too thick so I wouldn't advise shaking the case to violently. —  Mobile Magazine
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