iodophor

noun

io·​do·​phor ī-ˈō-də-ˌfȯr  -ˈä- 

: a complex of iodine and a surface-active agent that releases iodine gradually and serves as a disinfectant

Word History

Etymology

iodo- + -phor, variant of -phore

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

iodophor

noun

io·​do·​phor ī-ˈōd-ə-ˌfȯ(ə)r  ī-ˈäd- 

: a complex of iodine and a surface-active agent that releases iodine gradually and serves as a disinfectant