How to Pronounce Dimercaprol

To pronounce "dimercaprol", say DIM-erc-apr-ol — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

DIM-erc-apr-ol

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💡 Tip for remembering “dimercaprol”

"dimercaprol" has 4 syllables: dim-erc-apr-ol.

What does dimercaprol mean?

noun

  1. The mercaptan 2,3-dimercaptopropanol used as an antidote to arsenic poisoning.

Synonyms

antilewisite

Related words

dimercaptosuccinatemercaptopropionateacylmercaptanmercaptobenzaldehydemercaptoalkylmercaptoethanemercapturate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dimercaprol"?▾

"Dimercaprol" has 4 syllables: dim · erc · apr · ol.

What does "dimercaprol" mean?▾

Dimercaprol: The mercaptan 2,3-dimercaptopropanol used as an antidote to arsenic poisoning.

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