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gentian violet

The correct spelling is gentian violet.

How to pronounce gentian violet

noun

Say it like: Jen-tia-n v-iol-et

The correct spelling is gentian violet. Also known as crystal violet, a chemical dye used in the Gram stain test, and is also a fungicide. Chemically: hexamethyl pararosaniline chloride, C25H30ClN3

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Also known as crystal violet, a chemical dye used in the Gram stain test, and is also a fungicide. Chemically: hexamethyl pararosaniline chloride, C25H30ClN3
  2. 2.A violet colour similar to the gentian flower.

adjective

  1. 1.Having a violet colour similar to the gentian flower.

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