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Crystal Violet (Noun)

Meaning

A green crystal (violet in water) used as a dye or stain or bactericide or fungicide or anthelmintic or burn treatment.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • The scientist added a few drops of crystal violet to the water sample to observe the bacterial growth.
  • Crystal violet is commonly used as a dye in biological staining, particularly in Gram staining.
  • The doctor applied a crystal violet solution to the patient's wound to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • The anthelmintic properties of crystal violet make it an effective treatment for parasitic worm infections.
  • In the laboratory, crystal violet is used as a fungicide to prevent the growth of mold and fungi on agar plates.

Synonyms

  • Gentian Violet

Hypernyms

  • Vermifuge
  • Stain
  • Antimycotic Agent
  • Anthelminthic
  • Helminthic
  • Antibacterial
  • Antifungal
  • Antimycotic
  • Fungicide
  • Bactericide
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