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1. (n.) carbon tetrachloride
a colorless, nonflammable, vaporous, toxic liquid, CCl
Etymology: (1900–05)
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1. (noun) carbon tetrachloride, carbon tet, tetrachloromethane, perchloromethane
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
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1. carbon tetrachloride
A solvent for oils, fats, lacquers, varnishes, rubber waxes, and resins, and a starting material in the manufacturing of organic compounds. Poisoning by inhalation, ingestion or skin absorption is possible and may be fatal. (Merck Index, 11th ed)
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