vinyl

Meanings

• noun

  A flexible, durable material, commonly used for manufacturing phonograph records and flooring.

  - "He collected vinyl records for decades."
  - "The old house had vinyl flooring throughout."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈvaɪ.nəl/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50014409"

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Synonyms

vinylic

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with vinyl
mynah , lynx , sign , dine , shine

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Variants

List of all variants of vinyl that leads to same result
on vinyl , vinylic , vinyls , vinyl alcohol , vinyl alcohols , vinyl chloride , vinyl chlorides , vinyl resin , vinyl resins

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Derived from the Latin word 'vinum' meaning wine, due to the early use of vinyl as a coating for wine bottles.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Vinyl records were first introduced in the late 1800s.

2. The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album is one of the best-selling vinyl records of all time.

3. Vinyl records are making a comeback in the digital age due to their unique sound and nostalgic appeal.

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Related Concepts

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1. phonograph record: A flat disc with grooves that stores sound waves and can be played on a phonograph.

2. record player: A device used to play phonograph records.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Vinyl has cultural significance in music and art, as it represents a nostalgic connection to the past and a tactile experience that digital media cannot replicate.

How to Memorize "vinyl"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a record spinning on a turntable. Visualize the grooves and the sound waves they produce.

2. associate
   

   - Associate vinyl with music, art, and nostalgia.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym VINYL to remember the definition: Vinyl Is Not Yielding, Long-lasting.

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