nonacrylic

English

Etymology

non- +‎ acrylic

Adjective

nonacrylic (not comparable)

  1. Not acrylic.
    • 1978, Do-it-yourself Insulation & Weatherstripping, page 74:
      The acrylic latex caulks outperform nonacrylic latexes.
    • 2007, Rodger Talbert, Paint Technology Handbook, page 58:
      Copolymers of these esters with nonacrylic monomers such as styrene, butadiene, or vinyl acetate are also referred to as acrylic resins.
    • 2013, James J. Mizner, Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician Exam Review, page 167:
      Fingernails should be kept clean and short; nail polish should be nonacrylic to prevent fungal infections from occurring.
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