Merthiolate (Noun)
Meaning
A light-colored crystalline powder (trade name Merthiolate) used as a surgical antiseptic.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor applied a solution of merthiolate to the wound to prevent infection.
- Merthiolate was used to disinfect the surgical instruments before the operation.
- The nurse carefully cleaned the area with a merthiolate solution before stitching the cut.
- The surgeon chose to use merthiolate as an antiseptic to reduce the risk of post-operative complications.
- The medical team applied a merthiolate solution to the patient's skin before making the incision.