polyvinyl acetate

noun

polyvinyl acetate

noun
1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A rubbery synthetic polymer prepared by polymerization of vinyl acetate, used as an adhesive for light materials such as paper, wood and cloth.

Derived terms
PVA, PVAc
Related terms
carpenter's glue, white glue

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