Meaning & use
PVA
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A synthetic adhesive or coating compound, short for polyvinyl acetate, commonly used as wood glue and in craft and paint applications.
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He sealed the collage with a coat of PVA glue.
PVA is the main ingredient in most white school glues.
A note on using this word
PVA is prized for drying clear and flexible, which is why it is used both as an adhesive and as a sealant in art and woodworking.
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wood glue
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