FLUORESCEIN Fluorescein is a synthetic organic compound that emits a bright greenish-yellow fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light, commonly used in medical diagnostics and ophthalmology. Root meanings: - Fluoresceins (plural): multiple instances of the compound fluorescein. - Fluoresceining (present participle): the act of emitting fluorescence. - Fluoresceined (past tense): emitted fluorescence. - Fluoresceiner (noun): a person who uses or works with
The word FLUORESCEIN can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
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Word: FLUORESCEIN
Length: 11 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word FLUORESCEIN can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.