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1. (n.) iodoform
a yellowish, crystalline, water-insoluble solid, CHI
Etymology: (1830–40; iod(ine)+-o-+form(yl))
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) iodoform, tri-iodomethane
sweet smelling yellow solid haloform CHI3
2. (noun) iodoform, triiodomethane
a yellowish crystalline solid with a penetrating odor; sometimes used as an antiseptic dressing
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1. (noun) iodoform
a yellow, crystalline, volatile substance, CI3H, having an offensive odor and sweetish taste, and analogous to chloroform. It is used in medicine as a healing and antiseptic dressing for wounds and sores
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. iodoform
a crystalline substance similar to chloroform in composition, only in it iodine takes the place of chlorine; it is used in surgery as an antiseptic.
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