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triiodomethane

/ˌtraɪ.aɪ.əʊ.dəʊˈmiː.θeɪn/

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noun

/ˌtraɪ.aɪ.əʊ.dəʊˈmiː.θeɪn/C2formalscientific
  • ruЖелтоватое кристаллическое вещество с резким запахом, иногда используемое в качестве антисептической повязки.

A yellowish crystalline solid with a penetrating odor, sometimes used as an antiseptic dressing.

uncountable

  1. Antiseptic compoundC2formalmedical

    A yellowish crystalline solid with a penetrating odor, historically used as an antiseptic dressing for wounds.

    ruАнтисептическое соединение

    • The doctor applied triiodomethane to the wound to prevent infection.
    • Triiodomethane was once a common antiseptic in surgical procedures.
    • The characteristic odor of triiodomethane is strong and easily recognizable.

    Synonymsiodoform

Forms
  • triiodomethanes plural form
  • triiodomethanes' possessive plural form
  • triiodomethane's possessive singular form