indophane Chem.
(ˈɪndəʊfeɪn)
[f. indo-2 + Gr. -ϕανης appearing.]
A condensation product, C22H10N4O4, a blue substance resembling indigo.
| 1875 Watts Dict. Chem. VII. 669 Pure dry indophane is of a violet colour, and has a beautiful green metallic lustre. |