1.1 This standard is a compilation of definitions used in the science and technology of the adhesives industry. Terms that are generally understood or adequately defined in other readily available sources are not included.

1.2 Any changes in this standard since 1988 are documented as follows:

1.2.1 gives a history of revisions made since 1988. lists the terms that are affected as: (1) Terms Added, (2) Terms Revised, and (3) Terms Deleted.

In , the year of publication in Volume 15.06 is shown in parentheses following the term.

1.2.2 In the text of the standard, the year of publication is shown following each definition. Also, the following codes are included after the year of publication to describe the type change that was made: (A) Addition, (R) Revision, or (E) Edited.

1.2.3 Deletions are shown in , suitably footnoted. The deleted terms do not appear in the text of the standard.

1.2.4 Any special circumstances not covered by and are documented in , suitably footnoted.