halothane

noun

hal·o·thane ˈha-lə-ˌthān

: a potent inhalational anesthetic C₂HBrClF₃ that is nonexplosive and nonflammable

Etymology

halo- + ethane

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of halothane was in 1957

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“Halothane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/halothane. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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halothane

noun

halo·thane ˈhal-ə-ˌthān

: a nonexplosive inhalational anesthetic C₂HBrClF₃

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