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polyvinyl chloride

–noun Chemistry.
a white, water-insoluble, thermoplastic resin, derived by the polymerization of vinyl chloride: used chiefly for thin coatings, insulation, and pipings.
Also called PVC.


Origin:
1930–35
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polyvinyl chloride  
n.  PVC.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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Medical Dictionary

polyvinyl chloride n.
Abbr. PVC
A common thermoplastic vinyl that is used in a variety of manufactured products.

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Computing Dictionary

polyvinyl chloride hardware
(PVC) A common plastic used for insulating and jacketing many wire and cable products.
(2001-03-26)

The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing, © 1993-2007 Denis Howe
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