bromomethane

ˌbroʊmoʊˈmɛθən

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, volatile, and highly flammable liquid, CH₃Br, used as a solvent, a reagent in organic chemistry, and in the manufacture of other chemicals.

“The laboratory used bromomethane to synthesize a new compound for research purposes.”

Synonyms

  • methyl bromide
  • monobromomethane

Antonyms

  • carbonyl chloride
  • chloroform