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halothane


hal·o·thane

noun \ˈha-lə-ˌthān\

Definition of HALOTHANE

: a potent inhalational anesthetic C2HBrClF3 that is nonexplosive and nonflammable

Origin of HALOTHANE

halo- + ethane
First Known Use: 1957

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