POLYVIOL
\pˈɒlɪvˌa͡ɪ͡əl], \pˈɒlɪvˌaɪəl], \p_ˈɒ_l_ɪ_v_ˌaɪə_l]\
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A polymer prepared from polyvinyl acetates by replacement of the acetate groups with hydroxyl groups. It is used as a pharmaceutic aid and ophthalmic lubricant as well as in the manufacture of surface coatings artificial sponges, cosmetics, and other products.
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