English dictionary

formalin

/'f/O/rm/@/l/I/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens

noun.substance

Synonyms formol

Source: WordNet 3.0
An aqueous solution of formaldehyde, used as a preservative in museums and as a disinfectant.

noun

Source: webster1913