neoprene
noun
neo·prene
ˈnē-ə-ˌprēn 
: a synthetic rubber made by the polymerization of chloroprene, characterized by superior resistance (as to oils), and used especially for special-purpose clothing (such as gloves and wet suits)
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The release comes as a collaboration with Dagne Dover, a Traveler-favorite brand known for its functional neoprene bags.
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Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
The inner layer of his piece is a skintight runners set made of neoprene and lycra and finished with reflective orange lining.
—Kaio Cesar, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
The magnetic closure keeps your products secure while the case’s neoprene material is both sleek and durable.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Made with durable, insulating neoprene, it’s designed to be your ride-or-die throughout your baby’s younger years.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
The inner layer of his piece is a skintight runners set made of neoprene and lycra and finished with reflective orange lining.
—Kaio Cesar, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
The magnetic closure keeps your products secure while the case’s neoprene material is both sleek and durable.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Made with durable, insulating neoprene, it’s designed to be your ride-or-die throughout your baby’s younger years.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
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“Neoprene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neoprene. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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neoprene
noun
neo·prene
ˈnē-ə-ˌprēn
: a synthetic rubber used in numerous products (as wet suits, mouse pads, and flexible pipes)
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