Biotechnology Applications

noun CDS stands for 'Certificate of Deposit', a financial product offered by banks and credit unions where the customer deposits a certain amount of money for a specific period of time in exchange for a fixed interest rate.

• The bank issued a CDS to protect against credit default risk.
• I bought a CDS to insure my investment.
• I'm looking to get into CDS trading for some quick cash.
• Learning to manage your time effectively is like having a CDS for your productivity.

noun a chemical process in which bacteria convert alcohol into acetic acid

• Acetic fermentation is a process in which acetic acid is produced from the oxidation of ethanol.
• You can make vinegar through acetic fermentation by letting wine or cider sit out for a while.
• If you leave that apple juice out too long, it's gonna turn into vinegar thanks to acetic fermentation.
• Just like how acetic fermentation transforms alcohol into vinegar, challenges can transform us into stronger individuals.

noun a synthetic yellow dye used as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent in medicine and veterinary practice

• Acriflavine is commonly used as a topical antiseptic in medical settings.
• I heard acriflavine can help treat skin infections.
• Have you tried that acriflavine stuff for your cuts?
• Her words had the same cleansing effect as acriflavine on a wound.