Found 2 items, similar to Eosin.
English → English (WordNet)
Definition: eosin
eosin
n : a red fluorescent dye resulting from the action of bromine
on fluorescein; used in cosmetics and as a biological
stain for studying cell structures [syn:
bromeosin]
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Eosin
Eosin
\E"o*sin\, n. [Gr. ? dawn.] (Chem.)
A yellow or brownish red dyestuff obtained by the action of
bromine on fluoresce["i]n, and named from the fine rose-red
which it imparts to silk. It is also used for making a fine
red ink. Its solution is fluorescent.
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