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Dakin's solution
/ ˈdeɪkɪnz /
noun
- a dilute solution containing sodium hypochlorite and boric acid, used as an antiseptic in the treatment of wounds
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Dakin's solution1
C20: named after Henry D. Dakin (1880–1952), English chemist
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Example Sentences
Nurses create their own Dakin’s solution by boiling four cups of water for at least 15 minutes.
From Seattle Times
Dakin’s solution is still sold in pharmacies today.
From Seattle Times
To keep these tubes in place, a bandage wet with Dakin's solution is placed over them.
From Project Gutenberg
The wound is flushed every two hours with Dakin's solution.
From Project Gutenberg
The mouth and teeth are to be kept clean with a mouth wash of Dakin's solution, 1 part, to peppermint water, 6 parts.
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