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Meaning of FORMALIN

Pronunciation:  'formulin

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens
 
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 Synonyms: formol
 
 See Also: solution

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\For"ma*lin\, n. [Formic + aldehyde + -in.] (Chem.)
An aqueous solution of formaldehyde, used as a preservative
in museums and as a disinfectant.
 
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