Meaning
A synthetic resin derived from a reaction between alcohol and certain acids, used as a base for many laminates, paints and coatings.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From the ingredients; alkyl (alcohol) + id (acid or anhydride)
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
acrylicplastic
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2020, 2023.