What does urethane mean?

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  1. (organic chemistry) A white crystalline organic compound, ethyl-carbamate, NH2COOC2H5, used in the synthesis of other organic compounds.
  2. (organic chemistry) Any compound of having this general structure.
  3. (informal) Polyurethane.
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He begins experimenting with urethane wheels after visiting a factory that was making them for skates used in roller rinks.
They are mainly based on acrylic and urethane chemistries, as well as some epoxies and silicones.
Grant Hawk's knives can be had with a variety of options including exotic wood, urethane, Micarta or carbon fiber handles.
Modified castor oil is now used in the production of urethane plastics, inks, rubber and other synthetic products.
These high-end off-road racing shoes feature a co-injection molded nylon and urethane outsole.
Polyurethane is a synthetic varnish that is oil based and urethane is its counter product that is water based.

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