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collodion

Pronunciation: /kəˈləʊdɪən/

Definition of collodion

noun

[mass noun]
  • a syrupy solution of nitrocellulose in a mixture of alcohol and ether, used for coating things, chiefly in surgery.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek kollōdēs 'glue-like', from kolla 'glue'

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Definition of collodion in the US English dictionary