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pvc

/ˌpiː.viːˈsiː/

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noun

/ˌpiː.viːˈsiː/C1formaltechnicalabbreviation
  • ruАббревиатура, которая может относиться к синтетическому пластиковому полимеру, используемому в электрических кабелях и строительстве, или к медицинскому состоянию, связанному с нерегулярным сердцебиением, которое может предшествовать серьёзным сердечным событиям.

An abbreviation that can refer to a synthetic plastic polymer used in electrical cables and construction, or to a medical condition involving irregular heartbeats that may precede serious cardiac events.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Polyvinyl ChlorideB2formaltechnical

    A synthetic plastic polymer made from vinyl chloride, widely used in construction, piping, electrical cable insulation, and other applications as a durable and versatile material.

    ruПоливинилхлорид

    • PVC pipes are commonly used for plumbing and drainage systems.
    • The electrical cables are insulated with a layer of PVC.
    • Many modern window frames are made from PVC for its durability.

    Synonymspolyvinyl chloridevinyl

  2. Premature Ventricular ContractionC1formalmedical

    A common type of cardiac arrhythmia where an extra heartbeat originates in one of the heart's ventricles, often felt as a skipped beat or palpitation.

    ruПреждевременное сокращение желудочков

    • The patient's ECG showed frequent PVCs that required monitoring.
    • Occasional PVCs are usually benign in healthy individuals.
    • The doctor explained that stress and caffeine can trigger PVCs.
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