rubber that has been treated to form a firm, spongy foam, used in upholstered seats, mattresses, etc.
foam rubber
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foam rubber
noun
A light firm spongy rubber made by beating air into latex and then curing it. Foam rubber has a wide range of uses including upholstery and insulation.
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Noun
(uncountable)
- Expanded latex.
- (informal) Expanded polyurethane, the padding often used in cars and furniture.
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