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The Clue

Halogenous element (5 letter answer)

The Answer

IODIN

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Notes

The answer IODIN is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.

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Definition

IODIN as a noun:

1. (iodine, iodin, I, atomic number 53) = a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities (as in sea water or rocks)