polyvinyl pyrrolidone

See also: polyvinylpyrrolidone

English

Alternative forms

• polyvinylpyrrolidone

Noun

polyvinyl pyrrolidone (uncountable)

1. (chemistry) A water-soluble polymer used in pharmaceutical products, paint and as an adhesive for postage stamps and envelopes.

Synonyms

• polyvidone
• povidone
• PVP (abbreviation)

Derived terms

• polyvinylpyrrolidone-iodine complex
• polyvinylpyrrolidone-iodine (“PVP-I”)
• PVP (abbreviation)