Bioprene
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noun - Bioprene is an alternative term for the layer of hypodermis on the human body, also called subcutaneous tissue. It is mainly used for fat storage and a natural means to help tolerate cold water by open water swimmers.
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Usage
The channel swimmer purposefully added a layer of bioprene as part of his acclimatization process. The channel swimmer ate a box of donuts every morning in order to add to his layer of bioprene.
Origin
- bio + neoprene or polychloroprene, a synthetic rubber that is used for wetsuits.
- Neoprene is the DuPont trade name for its brand of polychloroprene.
- The term was first coined by Steven Munatones in 2011.
Synonyms
Channel fat, au naturale, skins, naked
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