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Definition of Carbomer
1. Noun. (chemistry) An expanded molecule obtained by insertion of a C2 (carbon) unit in a given molecule. ¹
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Medical Definition of Carbomer
1. A polymer of acrylic acid cross-linked with a polyfunctional compound, hence, a poly (acrylic acid) or polyacrylate; a suspending agent for pharmaceuticals. (05 Mar 2000)