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Achromophil --> achromatophil

1. Not being coloured by the histologic or bacteriologic stains.

Synonym: achromophilic, achromophilous.

2. A cell or tissue that cannot be stained in the usual way.

Synonym: achromophil.

Origin: g. A-priv. _ chroma, colour, _ philos, fond