PVC

British  

abbreviation

1. polyvinyl chloride; a synthetic thermoplastic material made by polymerizing vinyl chloride. The properties depend on the added plasticizer. The flexible forms are used in hosepipes, insulation, shoes, garments, etc. Rigid PVC is used for moulded articles

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PVC Scientific  

1. See polyvinyl chloride

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Example Sentences

Wires should be insulated with silicone rather than PVC, which can crack.

From The Wall Street Journal

To source the foam and PVC for their soles, Oka Brands tried tapping into the automotive industry's supplier network — an unconventional but necessary workaround.

From BBC

One vivid memory: standing underneath some PVC pipes with Ramsey on set and enjoying a moment in artificial rain together.

From Los Angeles Times

If you’re bringing a bag, make sure it’s clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and not bigger than 12” x 6” x 12.”

From Los Angeles Times

Unlike Harry and co, who would perform hair-raising manoeuvres while soaring through the air on broomsticks, real-life players try to outwit their opponents astride PVC pipes.

From BBC