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chlorhexidine

Pronunciation: /klɔːˈhɛksɪdiːn/
Definition of chlorhexidine

noun

[mass noun]
  • a synthetic compound used as a mild antiseptic.
    • A biguanide derivative; chemical formula: C22H30Cl2N10

Origin:

mid 20th century: from chlor- (representing chlorine) + hex(ane) + -id(e) + (am)ine

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