acriflavin
|ac-ri-fla-vin|
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/ˌækrɪˈfleɪvɪn/
yellow antiseptic dye
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acriflavin' originates from 'acridine' and 'flavin', where 'acridine' is a chemical compound and 'flavin' refers to a yellow pigment.
Historical Evolution
'acriflavin' was derived from the combination of 'acridine' and 'flavin' in the early 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used primarily as a dye, but over time it evolved into its current use as an antiseptic and disinfectant.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a yellow dye derived from acridine, used as an antiseptic and disinfectant.
The doctor applied acriflavin to the wound to prevent infection.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/26 19:06