acriflavine
|ac-ri-fla-vine|
C1
/ˌækrɪˈfleɪviːn/
yellow antiseptic dye
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acriflavine' originates from 'acridine' and 'flavine', where 'acridine' is a chemical compound and 'flavine' refers to a yellow dye.
Historical Evolution
'acriflavine' was derived from the combination of 'acridine' and 'flavine' in the early 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used primarily for its antiseptic properties, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a yellow dye derived from acridine, used as an antiseptic and in biological staining.
Acriflavine is often used in laboratories for staining purposes.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/26 19:21