English Explanatory Dictionary

halothane

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The halogenated hydrocarbon 2-bromo-2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane that is used as an inhalational general anaesthetic.

Pronunciation

/ˈhæl.ə.θeɪn/

Word forms

halothane halothanes

Etymology

Blend of halogen + ethane.

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