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[ˈvʌɪn(ɪ)l], (Noun)
Definitions:
- synthetic resin or plastic consisting of polyvinyl chloride or a related polymer, used for wallpapers and other covering materials and for records
(e.g: the vinyl is cut to size with a craft knife)
- of or denoting the unsaturated hydrocarbon radical —CH=CH₂, derived from ethylene by removal of a hydrogen atom
(e.g: a vinyl group)
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Origin
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mid 19th century: from Latin vinum ‘wine’ + -yl
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