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Vinylite

Vinylite

9.8
A hard plastic made from vinyl used for records, coatings, and other objects
  • noun
  • /ˈvaɪnəˌlaɪt/
  • Specialized
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  • Many household items, including flooring and coatings, are made from Vinylite due to its versatility.

Examples

  • The new table was made of Vinylite.

  • Many toys are produced using Vinylite materials.

  • Records made from Vinylite became popular in the early 20th century due to their durability.

  • She specialized in the analysis of Vinylite materials for industrial applications.

  • The laboratory ordered a supply of Vinylite for the new batch of plastic components.

  • Records made from Vinylite are known for their excellent sound quality and durability.

  • In the manufacturing process, Vinylite is often preferred for its resistance to moisture and chemicals.

Synonyms

vinyl resin
vsVinylite
  • Specialized
7.0

A plastic material used to make paints and flexible, water resistant products

is a protected brand name for that same type of material
vinyl polymer
vsVinylite
  • Specialized
5.5

A strong plastic made from many small chemical parts often used for pipes and floors

is a registered brand name used for this wider class of materials

Surface Forms

Vinylite singular
Vinylites plural

Morphology

Vinylite = vinyl (transparent) = vinyl + ite

Formed from 'vinyl' + the material-forming suffix '-ite', so the meaning 'a material related to vinyl' is directly inferable.

Etymology

Vinylite comes from vinyl, the common word for a type of plastic, and the ending -ite, a part often used to name a material. So, Vinylite was originally a 'brand name' for plastic made from vinyl chemicals and is used for things like records, coatings, and other durable products.