polyvinyl resin

American

noun

Chemistry.

any of the class of thermoplastic resins derived by the polymerization or copolymerization of a vinyl compound: used chiefly as adhesives, sizing agents, and coatings.

polyvinyl resin British

noun

any of a class of thermoplastic resins that are made by polymerizing or copolymerizing a vinyl compound. The commonest type is PVC

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Etymology

Origin of polyvinyl resin

First recorded in 1930–35

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Paraffin and polyvinyl resin are often used for scion covering and to protect newly set buds.

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