| lindane | <chemical> An organochlorine insecticide that has been used as a pediculicide and a scabicide. It has been shown to cause cancer. Pharmacological action: carcinogens, insecticide, organochlorine. Chemical name: Cyclohexane, 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachloro-, (1alpha,2alpha,3beta,4alpha,5alpha,6beta)- (12 Dec 1998) |
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| lotion | 1. A washing, especially of the skin for the purpose of rendering it fair. 2. A liquid preparation for bathing the skin, or an injured or diseased part, either for a medicinal purpose, or for improving its appearance. Origin: L. Lotio, fr. Lavare, lotum, to wash: cf. F. Lotion. See Lave to wash. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |