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vinyl

The correct spelling is vinyl.

How to pronounce vinyl

/ˈvaɪ.nəl/
noun

IPA: /ˈvaɪ.nəl/

Say it like: Vin-yl

The correct spelling is vinyl. The univalent radical CH2=CH−, derived from ethylene. For example: "Many DJs prefer vinyl to CDs."

Usage Examples

Many DJs prefer vinyl to CDs.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The univalent radical CH2=CH−, derived from ethylene.
  2. 2.Any of various compounds and substances containing the vinyl radical, especially various tough, flexible, shiny plastics.
  3. 3.Phonograph records as a medium.
  4. 4.A phonograph record.

adjective

  1. 1.Containing the vinyl radical.
  2. 2.Made of polyvinyl chloride.
  3. 3.Pertaining to a phonograph record.

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