amidols
|a-mi-dols|
C2
/əˈmaɪdɒlz/
(amidol)
photographic developer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amidol' originates from German, specifically the word 'Amidol,' where 'amido-' referred to the presence of an amine group and '-ol' indicated an alcohol group.
Historical Evolution
'Amidol' was derived from the German word 'Amidol' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a chemical compound used in photography,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a photographic developing agent used in black and white photography.
The photographer used amidol to develop the black and white film.
Synonyms
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