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latex

nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/ˈlatɛks/la·tex

Definition

1

A milky fluid produced by certain plants, such as the rubber tree, which coagulates on exposure to air and is used to make natural rubber.

Usage examples

“Natural rubber is made from latex.”
“Latex gloves are commonly used in medical settings.”

Synonyms

Common combinations

natural latexlatex allergylatex paint