halothane
halothane · halothanes
The halogenated hydrocarbon 2-bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane that is used as an…The halogenated hydrocarbon 2-bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane that is used as an inhalational general anaesthetic.
/ˈhæl.ə.θeɪn/
Meaning
1 senses(countable, uncountable)The halogenated hydrocarbon 2-bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane that is used as an inhalational general anaesthetic.
More definitions
- a nonflammable inhalation anesthetic that produces general anesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of surgical procedures
Translations
2 languagesOrigin
Blend of halogen + ethane.Blend of halogen + ethane.
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Forms
plural: halothanes| Singular | halothane |
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Lessons for this word
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