Meanings
nounpolyvinyl acetate (uncountable)
- uncountablechemistryA rubbery synthetic polymer prepared by polymerization of vinyl acetate, used as an adhesive for light materials such as paper, wood and cloth.
Synonyms: PVA, PVAc, school glue, wood glue
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nounA rubbery synthetic polymer prepared by polymerization of vinyl acetate, used as an adhesive for light materials such as paper, wood and cloth.
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nouna vinyl polymer used especially in paints or adhesives
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polyvinyl acetate. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/polyvinyl%20acetate
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