epoxy- /ɪˈpɒksi, ɛ-/ combining form. Before a vowel also epox-. Also as attrib. adjective epoxy. E20.ORIGIN: from epi- + oxy-.
1.Chemistry. Designating or containing the group
·C·O·C· as it occurs in epoxides.
E20.
epoxy-compound, epoxy ring, etc.
2.(Only as adjective) Pertaining to or derived from an epoxide;
esp. designating thermosetting synthetic resins containing epoxy groups, and substances made from them, used esp. as coatings and adhesives.
M20.
epoxy glue, epoxy paint, etc.
epoxy-
combining form
Etymology: epi- + oxy-
: epoxy