gentian violet

gentian violet definition - medical

gen·tian violet (jĕnˈshən)

noun
Any of several basic dyes that are derivatives of pararosaniline, especially a dark green or greenish mixture that is used as a biological stain and as a bactericide, a fungicide, and an anthelmintic.

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