Meaning Of The Word Hexachlorophene

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hexachlorophene in American English
a white, odorless powder, (C6HCl3OH)2CH2, used in medicine to destroy, or prevent the growth of, bacteria
noun: a white, crystalline powder, C13Cl6H6 O2, insoluble in water: used as an antibacterial agent chiefly in toothpastes and soaps

hexachlorophene in British English
noun: an insoluble almost odourless white bactericidal substance used in antiseptic soaps, deodorants, etc. Formula: (C6HCl3OH)2CH2

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