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Meaning of iodine

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iodine

Pronunciation:/ˈaɪ.əˌdaɪn, -dɪn, -diːn//ˈaɪ.əˌdaɪn, -dɪn, -diːn/

noun

Definitions

  1. A chemical element (symbol: I) with an atomic number of 53; one of the halogens.

  2. An antiseptic incorporating the element.

    Synonyms:tincture of iodine
  3. An iodide.

verb

Definitions

  1. To treat with iodine.

    Synonyms:iodinate