PVA

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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
  1. a vinyl polymer used especially in paints or adhesives

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