Definition

A type of resin or plastic made from methacrylic acid, often used in manufacturing and various applications.

Example

The dentist used a methacrylate material to fill the cavity.

Conversation

Did you know that methacrylate is used to make some types of plastics?

Really? I had no idea it was so important in manufacturing.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they create different materials from methacrylate.

Absolutely! I love learning about the science behind everyday items.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Methacrylate → It is formed from "meth" (from Greek "methy" meaning wine or alcohol), "acrylic" (from Latin "acrylicus" meaning of or pertaining to vinegar), and "-ate" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a salt or ester). The word refers to a chemical compound derived from methacrylic acid, often used in plastics and resins.

Memory Tip

Think of 'meth' relating to alcohol and 'acrylic' relating to vinegar, which helps you remember that methacrylate is a compound used in making plastics.

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