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vesicatory

/ˈvɛs.ɪ.kə.tɔːr.i/

Traduction: Adjectif désignant une substance qui provoque la formation de cloques ou d'ampoules sur la peau., Nom désignant une substance chimique, telle que l'ypérite, qui provoque la formation de cloques sur la peau.

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adjective

/ˈvɛs.ɪ.kə.tɔːr.i/formalmedicalobsolète
  • frAdjectif désignant une substance qui provoque la formation de cloques ou d'ampoules sur la peau.

An obsolete adjective describing a substance that causes blistering of the skin.

  1. Causing blistersC2formalmedical

    Describes a substance or agent that causes blisters to form on the skin or mucous membranes.

    frvésicant

    • The chemical was identified as a potent vesicatory agent.
    • Exposure to the vesicatory plant caused painful blisters on his arms.
    • Military personnel are trained to handle vesicatory substances with extreme caution.

    Synonymesblisteringvesicant

Formes
  • more vesicatory comparative form
  • most vesicatory superlative form

noun

/ˈves.ɪ.kə.tɔːr.i/C2formalmedical
  • frNom désignant une substance chimique, telle que l'ypérite, qui provoque la formation de cloques sur la peau.

A noun referring to a chemical agent, such as mustard gas, that causes blistering of the skin.

  1. Blistering agentC2formalscientific

    A chemical substance that causes blistering of the skin, often used in warfare or industrial contexts.

    frAgent vésicant

    • Mustard gas is a well-known vesicatory used in World War I.
    • The soldiers were exposed to a vesicatory during the attack.
    • Protective gear is essential when handling any vesicatory.

    Synonymesblistering agentvesicant

Formes
  • vesicatories plural form
  • vesicatories' possessive plural form
  • vesicatory's possessive singular form