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The Clue
Scrape treatment (6 letter answer)
The Answer
IODINE
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Notes
The answer IODINE is uncommon, appearing about once every 525 puzzles.
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Definition
IODINE 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)
2. (tincture of iodine, iodine) = a tincture consisting of a solution of iodine in ethyl alcohol; applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic