iodophor

noun io·do·phor \-ˌfȯr\

Definition of IODOPHOR

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

iod- + Greek -phoros carrier — more at -phore

First Known Use: 1952

Medical Dictionary

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

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