1. a chemical compound used in making plastics, foams, and coatings
Usage: chemistry
2. a type of synthetic resin or plastic made from urethane compounds
Usage: materials science

Examples

• The furniture was coated with a durable urethane finish.
• Urethane foam is commonly used in car seats and mattresses.
• The skateboard wheels were made of high-quality urethane.
• Workers applied several coats of urethane to protect the wooden floor.
• The urethane coating made the surface resistant to scratches.
• Urethane compounds are widely used in the automotive industry.