The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
n. A synthetic rubber produced by polymerization of chloroprene and used in weather-resistant products, adhesives, shoe soles, sportswear, paints, and rocket fuels.
n. A synthetic rubber, a polymer of chloroprene, commonly used in wetsuits, laptop sleeves, orthopedic braces, electrical insulation, liquid and sheet-applied elastomeric membranes and flashings, car fan belts, etc.
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n. a synthetic rubber that is resistant to oils and aging; used in waterproof products
Word Usage
"Keep them out of sunlight, UV rays are rough on the material, neoprene is not really affected by that to this extent."