[ˈhælɪnəs]

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a halon

“The fire-suppression system in the laboratory is halonous in nature, using a halon-based gas to prevent fires from spreading.”

2. noun

a substance used as a fire extinguishing agent, especially a halon compound

“The fire department used halonous gases to put out the blaze in the industrial complex.”