formol

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Noun formol has 1 sense

formalin, formol - a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens
--₁ is a kind of solution

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Formol

Part of speech: Noun

Sense: A commercial name for formaldehyde, a colorless gas with a strong pungent smell. It is used in various industries, including as a preservative, disinfectant, and as a component in plastics and adhesives.

Sample Sentence: The laboratory technician used formol to preserve the specimen.

Part of speech: Adjective

Sense: Relating to or derived from formaldehyde.

Sample Sentence: The formol solution was used for the experiment.

Part of speech: Noun

Sense: A liquid solution containing formaldehyde and used as a hair straightener or a hair treatment to reduce frizziness.

Sample Sentence: She applied formol to her hair to achieve a sleek look.

Part of speech: Local (Brazil)

Sense: A colloquial term for an inexpensive alcoholic drink, usually a variation of cachaça (Brazilian rum).

Sample Sentence: Let's grab some formol at the bar tonight.