halothane

noun

hal·​o·​thane ˈha-lə-ˌthān How to pronounce halothane (audio)
: a potent inhalational anesthetic C2HBrClF3 that is nonexplosive and nonflammable

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Aerosols, along with gases like halothane, nitrous oxide, butane and more all fit under the umbrella of inhalants, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025

Word History

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 20 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

halothane

noun
halo·​thane ˈhal-ə-ˌthān How to pronounce halothane (audio)
: a nonexplosive inhalational anesthetic C2HBrClF3

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