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polyvinyl

[ pol-ee-vahyn-l ]

adjective

, Chemistry.
  1. pertaining to or derived from a vinyl polymer.

polyvinyl

/ -ˈvaɪnəl; ˌpɒlɪˈvaɪnɪl /

noun

  1. modifier designating a plastic or resin formed by polymerization of a vinyl derivative

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Word History and Origins

Origin of polyvinyl1

First recorded in 1930–35; poly- + vinyl

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Example Sentences

Paraffin and polyvinyl resin are often used for scion covering and to protect newly set buds.

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polyvalentpolyvinyl acetal

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