/i pok"see, i pok"-/ , adj., n., pl. epoxies ., v. , epoxied, epoxying . Chem.
adj.
1. having the structure of an epoxide.
n.
2. Also called epoxy resin . any of a class of resins derived by polymerization from epoxides: used chiefly in adhesives, coatings, electrical insulation, solder mix, and castings.
v.t.
3. to bond (two materials) by means of an epoxy resin.
[ 1915-20; EP- + OXY- 2 ]