chloroform

Noun

A colorless, volatile, heavy, nonflammable, liquid, used in medicine as a solvent and formerly as an anesthetic.

ریشه

Coined in the 19th century from 'chloro-' + 'formyl'.

مثال

• Chloroform was once used as an anesthetic during surgeries.
• The smell of chloroform is sweet and heavy.
• Chloroform is a dangerous substance if ingested or inhaled.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Chloroform solution Chloroform inhalation Chloroform bottle