PVA
Definition
Noun: A synthetic resin, specifically a type of polyvinyl acetate, used primarily as a key ingredient in water-based paints, adhesives (like white glue), and coatings.
Usage
PVA is an uncountable noun. It refers to the chemical substance itself, not a specific object. It is most commonly used in technical, industrial, or craft contexts.
Examples
- Noun:
- This paint uses PVA as its binder, making it easy to clean up with water.
- For this woodworking project, you will need a strong PVA adhesive.
- The artist mixed pigment with PVA to create a custom medium.
Advanced Usage
- "PVA glue": A very common compound term specifying the adhesive form.
- The children used PVA glue for their art project.
- "PVA emulsion": A technical term for the liquid form used in paints and coatings.
- The wall primer is based on a stable PVA emulsion.
Variants and Related Words
- Polyvinyl acetate (n): The full chemical name for PVA.
- PVAc: An alternative abbreviation.
- Vinyl acetate polymer (n): A more general descriptive term.
Synonyms
- Polyvinyl acetate: The formal, technical synonym.
- White glue: A common consumer product name for PVA-based adhesive.
- Carpenter's glue: A type of PVA adhesive formulated for wood.
Notes on Meaning
This word is an initialism (each letter is pronounced: P-V-A). It almost exclusively refers to the chemical compound polyvinyl acetate. It is a specialized term from chemistry and manufacturing.
Noun
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a vinyl polymer used especially in paints or adhesives
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