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| col·lo·di·on [ kə lṓdee ən ] |
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syrupy solution for treating wounds: a thick colorless solution of pyroxylin, ether, and alcohol. Use: to treat wounds and hold surgical dressings, formerly, to make photographic plates.
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| [Mid-19th century. < Greek kollōdēs "gluelike" < kolla "glue"] |
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