Definition

1. Noun:
   • A commercial brand of epoxy glue: "Crazy Glue" is a specific brand name for a type of very strong, fast-bonding adhesive. It is a cyanoacrylate adhesive, commonly known as "super glue."

Usage

• Noun:
  • "Crazy Glue" is used as a proper noun to refer to this specific brand product. It is often used generically to refer to any very strong instant glue, though this is a trademark usage.
  • It is typically used for bonding small, non-porous materials like metal, plastic, ceramic, and rubber.

Examples

• Noun:
  • I used Crazy Glue to fix the handle back onto the mug.
  • Be careful not to get Crazy Glue on your skin.
  • Is there any Crazy Glue left in the tube?

Advanced Usage

• "like it was put together with Crazy Glue": An informal expression describing something that is very firmly or permanently attached.
  • That model airplane is solid; it's like it was put together with Crazy Glue.

Variants and Related Words

• Super glue (n): The generic term for cyanoacrylate adhesives, of which Crazy Glue is one brand.
• Cyanoacrylate (n): The chemical name for the type of fast-acting adhesive in products like Crazy Glue.
• Instant adhesive (n): A descriptive term for glues that bond rapidly.

Synonyms

• Super glue: A common synonym, though it is a generic term, not a brand.
• Instant glue: Descriptive term emphasizing the quick bonding time.
• Strong adhesive: A general term for powerful glues.

Related Phrases

• "Bonded with Crazy Glue": Describes an item repaired or assembled using this adhesive.
  • The broken figurine is now bonded with Crazy Glue.
• "Crazy Glue moment": A humorous or informal way to describe a situation where a quick, strong fix is needed.
  • When the glasses arm fell off right before the meeting, it was a Crazy Glue moment.

Notes

• "Crazy Glue" is a registered trademark. In formal or generic writing, terms like "cyanoacrylate adhesive" or "super glue" may be preferred.
• It is known for creating very strong, brittle bonds and should be used with caution to avoid bonding skin or other unintended surfaces.

Noun

1. a commercial brand of epoxy glue