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formol

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[fawr-mawl, -mohl] / ˈfɔr mɔl, -moʊl /

noun

Chemistry.
  1. formalin.


Etymology

Origin of formol

First recorded in 1890–95; formerly trademark

Example Sentences

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From this formic aldehyde, or formol, we may obtain all the various carbohydrates by simple polymerization, i.e. by the association of several molecules, with or without elimination of water.

From Project Gutenberg

A very good method of preserving them is to inject formol into the bodies which at once stiffen out and become rigid in any position they are placed.

From Project Gutenberg