celloidin

/sɛlˈɔɪdɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of gelatinous substance, often used as a medium in microscopy or a component in various medical and laboratory applications.

“The researcher used celloidin to preserve the delicate tissue samples for further analysis.”

Synonyms

  • agar
  • gelatin

Antonyms

  • dissolver
  • solvent