memory foam

noun

: a dense polyurethane foam that becomes more pliable when in contact with heat

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Available in six shades, these ankle boots also come with memory foam insoles to cradle your feet with every step. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2024 Testers loved the pressure relief without the slow-moving, conforming feel of memory foam. Rachel Tavel, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024 The relaxed style has a memory foam insole and an interior zipper to easily slide them on and off. Ali Faccenda, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024 The firmer Bear Original memory foam mattress is another top choice, and right now a queen size is only $699. Rachael Harris, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for memory foam 

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of memory foam was in 1977

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“Memory foam.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/memory%20foam. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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