iodine
Pronunciation:
/ˈaɪ.əˌdaɪn, -dɪn, -diːn//ˈaɪ.əˌdaɪn, -dɪn, -diːn/noun
Definitions
A chemical element (symbol: I) with an atomic number of 53; one of the halogens.
An antiseptic incorporating the element.
Synonyms:tincture of iodineAn iodide.
verb
Definitions
To treat with iodine.
Synonyms:iodinate