Galleine

/ɡəˈleɪin/ noun

Definition

An alternative spelling of gallein, a red or pink dye compound used in chemistry and staining.

Etymology

Variant spelling of gallein, with -ine as an alternative chemical suffix ending used in dye nomenclature.

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