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Definition of: thionine
(thī′ə·nēn, -nin) noun Chem.
A dark–green thiazine derivative, C12H9N3S, made by synthesis, with a glistening metallic luster that yields purplish colors to silk and wool. Also thi′o·nin (-nin). [<Gk. theion sulfur + -INE2]
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