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Raregentian 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.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.A violet colour similar to the gentian flower.
adjective
- 1.Having a violet colour similar to the gentian flower.
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