cacodyl

/kæˈkɒdɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, crystalline compound, mercury(II) iodide, used in the manufacture of some kinds of matches and in the treatment of skin diseases, especially eczema.

“The doctor prescribed the patient some ointment containing cacodyl to treat her eczema.”

Synonyms

  • mercurial iodide
  • mercurous iodide

Antonyms

  • alkaline substance
  • base