noun
- a red synthetic dye used especially in biological staining
Usage: technical; chemistry
Examples
- The laboratory technician applied safranin to stain the bacterial cells.
- Safranin is commonly used in Gram staining procedures.
- The red color in the microscope slide came from the safranin dye.
- Students learned to use safranin for identifying different types of bacteria.
- The safranin solution must be prepared fresh for optimal staining results.