FORMALIN


Meaning of FORMALIN in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' fo ̇ r-m ə -l ə n, - ˌ l ē n

Function: noun

Etymology: Formalin, a trademark

Date: 1893

: a clear aqueous solution of formaldehyde containing a small amount of methanol used especially as a preservative

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