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haematoxylin

Pronunciation: /ˌhiːməˈtɒksɪlɪn/

(US hematoxylin)

Definition of haematoxylin

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry

a colourless compound present in logwood, which is easily converted into blue, red, or purple dyes and is used as a biological stain.
- A phenol; chemical formula: C₁₆H₁₄O₆