polyvinyl alcohols

A form of polyvinyl alcohol — A water-soluble synthetic polymer prepared by partial or complete hydrolysis of polyvinyl acetate to remove acetate groups, having many uses, including as an adhesive and surfactant and in freshwater angling.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of polyvinyl alcohol
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