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vinyl

noun adjective

The univalent radical CH2=CH−, derived from ethylene.

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
V
Ends with
L
Contains
IN
Scrabble score
11
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

/ˈvaɪ.nəl/ /ˈvaɪ.nəl/

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. The univalent radical CH2=CH−, derived from ethylene.

  2. Any of various compounds and substances containing the vinyl radical, especially various tough, flexible, shiny plastics.

  3. Phonograph records as a medium.

    “Many DJs prefer vinyl to CDs.”

  4. A phonograph record.

adjective

  1. Containing the vinyl radical.

  2. Made of polyvinyl chloride.

  3. Pertaining to a phonograph record.

In context

Example Sentences

Many DJs prefer vinyl to CDs.

Similar words

Synonyms

vinylic

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