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silver protein

noun

Definition of SILVER PROTEIN

:  any of several colloidal light-sensitive preparations of silver and protein used in aqueous solution on mucous membranes as antiseptics
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First Known Use of SILVER PROTEIN

1928
Medical Dictionary

silver protein

noun

Medical Definition of SILVER PROTEIN

:  any of several colloidal light-sensitive preparations of silver and protein used in aqueous solution on mucous membranes as antiseptics and classified by their efficacy and irritant properties: as a :  a preparation containing 19 to 23 percent of silver and consisting of dark brown or almost black shining scales or granules—called also mild silver protein b :  a more irritant preparation containing 7.5 to 8.5 percent of silver and consisting of a pale yellowish orange to brownish black powder—called also strong silver protein

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