English Explanatory Dictionary

mustard gas

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A highly cytotoxic vesicant, C₄H₈Cl₂S, used in World War I that is known to cause skin burns, blisters, inflammation, edema, and potentially other respiratory effects.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-mustard gas.wav

Word forms

mustard gas mustard gases

Etymology

Calque of German Senfgas.

Synonyms

dichlorodiethyl sulfide sulfur mustard sulphur mustard yellow cross liquid yperite
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