polyvinyl acetate
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Definition
- Noun:
- A synthetic resin: A polymer derived from vinyl acetate monomers, characterized by its thermoplastic properties.
- A material for adhesives and coatings: A substance commonly used as the key component in white glues (e.g., PVA glue), paints, and other coatings due to its adhesive qualities and ability to form flexible films.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The artist mixed the pigment with polyvinyl acetate to create a durable paint.
- This common wood glue's primary ingredient is polyvinyl acetate.
Advanced Usage
- Technical/Industrial Context: Often referred to by its abbreviation, PVA, especially in manufacturing, art supplies, and construction.
- The specification calls for a primer based on polyvinyl acetate.
Variants and Related Words
- PVA: The standard abbreviation for polyvinyl acetate.
- Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA): A related polymer made by hydrolyzing polyvinyl acetate; note that the abbreviation "PVA" can be ambiguous and context-dependent.
- Vinyl acetate: The monomer from which polyvinyl acetate is polymerized.
Synonyms
- PVA glue (when referring specifically to the adhesive form)
- White glue
- Wood glue (in common parlance for the adhesive application)
- Synthetic resin (a broader category)
Related Phrases/Compounds
- Polyvinyl acetate emulsion: A common form where the polymer is dispersed in water, used in paints and adhesives.
- The paint uses a polyvinyl acetate emulsion as its binder.
Noun
- a vinyl polymer used especially in paints or adhesives