(organic chemistry) composed of, or derived from, many vinyl groups

(organic chemistry) Any polymer derived from a vinyl compound.

plural of polyvinyl

(organic chemistry) Synonym of polyvinyl

A thermoplastic resin produced by the polymerization of vinyl chloride; used as an electrical insulator and in many other applications. Can be compounded into flexible and rigid forms through the use of plasticizers, stabilizers, fillers and other modifiers.

(chemistry) Any resinous plastic manufactured by the polymerization of a vinyl monomer

(chemistry) A thermoplastic fluoropolymer having various uses as a film or resin. Abbreviation: PVF

(chemistry) A water-soluble synthetic polymer prepared by partial or complete hydrolysis of polyvinyl acetate to remove acetate groups, having many uses, including as an adhesive and surfactant and in freshwater angling.

(chemistry) A rubbery synthetic polymer prepared by polymerization of vinyl acetate, used as an adhesive for light materials such as paper, wood and cloth.

(chemistry) A water-soluble polymer used in pharmaceutical products, paint and as an adhesive for postage stamps and envelopes.