arsine

/ˈɑːrsiːn/; /ˈɑːrziːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A highly toxic, colorless, flammable gas with the formula AsH3, used as a fumigant and in the production of phosphorus and other compounds.

“The factory worker had to be extremely careful handling arsine due to its deadly toxicity.”

Synonyms

  • arsenic gas
  • arsenous gas

Antonyms

  • harmless substance
  • non-toxic gas