variants:
or less commonly Gentian Violet
Definition of gentian violet
: any of several dyes or dye mixtures consisting of one or more methyl derivatives of pararosaniline
especially
: a dark green or greenish mixture used especially as a bactericide, fungicide, and anthelmintic
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The first known use of gentian violet was in 1876
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