fluoroform

/ˈfluːəroʊfɔrm/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, odorless, and highly toxic haloalkane gas, CHF₃, used as an anesthetic and in the manufacture of refrigerants and propellants.

“The laboratory handled fluoroform with caution due to its toxicity and potential for explosion.”

Synonyms

  • chlorofluorocarbon
  • haloalkane

Antonyms

  • nitrogen
  • oxygen