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paraformaldehyde

noun
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Definition of paraformaldehyde

: a white powder (CH2O)x that consists of a polymer of formaldehyde and is used especially as a disinfectant

First Known Use of paraformaldehyde

1894, in the meaning defined above

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paraformaldehyde

noun
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Medical Definition of paraformaldehyde

: a white powder (CH2O)x that consists of a polymer of formaldehyde and is used especially as a fungicide