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  • noun Any of a range of thermosetting resins made by polymerization of epoxides

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From poly- +‎ epoxide

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  • Epoxy, or polyepoxide, is a thermosetting epoxide polymer that is a potent electrical insulator, protecting electrical components from short circuiting, dust and moisture.

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