tetrachloromethane
noun /,tɛtrə,kloʊroʊ'mɛθeɪn/
- Definition
- a colorless nonflammable liquid used as a solvent for fats and oils; because of its toxicity its use as a cleaning fluid or fire extinguisher has declined
- Example
- 'tetrachloromethane' can be found in many classic books.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
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