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arsphenamine


Definition of arsphenamine

noun

[mass noun] Medicine
  • a synthetic organic arsenic compound formerly used to treat syphilis and other diseases. See also Ehrlich, Paul.

Origin:

early 20th century: blend of arsenic, phenyl, and amine

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