Definitions for Chloroform
ˈklɔr əˌfɔrm, ˈkloʊr-chlo·ro·form

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. chloroform, trichloromethaneverb

   a volatile liquid haloform (CHCl3); formerly used as an anesthetic

   "chloroform was the first inhalation anesthetic"

2. chloroformverb

   anesthetize with chloroform

   "Doctors used to put people under by chloroforming them"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. chloroformnoun

   A halogenated hydrocarbon, trichloromethane, CHCl; it is a volatile, sweet-smelling liquid, used extensively as a solvent and formerly as an anesthetic.

2. chloroformverb

   To treat with chloroform, or to render unconscious with chloroform.

3. Etymology: From chloroforme

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Chloroform

   Chloroform, or Trichloromethane, is an organic compound with formula CHCl3 and a common organic solvent. It is a colorless, strong-smelling, dense liquid produced on a large scale as a precursor to PTFE and refrigerants. It is a trihalomethane that serves as a powerful anesthetic, euphoriant, anxiolytic, and sedative when inhaled or ingested. It is also part of wider class of substances known as volatile organic compounds.

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1. chloroform

   Chloroform is a colorless, heavy, nonflammable, volatile liquid that has a sweet taste and a pleasant smell. It is mainly used as a solvent. Its chemical formula is CHCl3, and it is also known as trichloromethane. It was previously used as an anesthetic in medicine due to its depressant effect on the central nervous system. However, its use in this capacity has been largely discontinued due to its toxicity and potential to cause cancer.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. Chloroformnoun

   a colorless volatile liquid, CHCl3, having an ethereal odor and a sweetish taste, formed by treating alcohol with chlorine and an alkali. It is a powerful solvent of wax, resin, etc., and is extensively used to produce anaesthesia in surgical operations; also externally, to alleviate pain

2. Chloroformverb

   to treat with chloroform, or to place under its influence

3. Etymology: [Chlorine + formyl, it having been regarded as a trichloride of this radical: cf. F. chloroforme, G. chloroform.]

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1. Chloroform

   Chloroform is an organic compound with formula CHCl3. It is one of the four chloromethanes. The colorless, sweet-smelling, dense liquid is a trihalomethane, and is considered somewhat hazardous. Several million tons are produced annually as a precursor to PTFE and refrigerants, but its use for refrigerants is being phased out.

The Nuttall EncyclopediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Chloroform

   a limpid, volatile liquid, in extensive use as an anæsthetic; produced by treating alcohol with chloride of lime.

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Chloroform

   A commonly used laboratory solvent. It was previously used as an anesthetic, but was banned from use in the U.S. due to its suspected carcinogenicity.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Chloroform in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Chloroform in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of Chloroform in a Sentence

1. Richard Luthy:

   Dr. Edwards is correct, chloroform (and similar disinfection by-products) don’t come from corroded iron pipes or lead-containing pipes.

2. Thomas C. Haliburton:

   The only way to reform some people is to chloroform them.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Chloroform
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Chloroform
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chloroform
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Chloroform
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Chloroform
7. ^ The Nuttall Encyclopedia
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/12342/pg12342-images.html#Chloroform