Found 3 items, similar to Chloroform.
English → Indonesian (quick) Definition: chloroform obat bius
English → English (WordNet) Definition: chloroform chloroform n : a volatile liquid haloform (CHCl3); formerly used as an anesthetic; “chloroform was the first inhalation anesthetic” [syn: trichloromethane] v : anesthetize with chloroform; “Doctors used to put people under by chloroforming them”
English → English (gcide) Definition: Chloroform Chloroform \Chlo"ro*form\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Chloroformed; p. pr. & vb. n. Chloroforming.] To treat with chloroform, or to place under its influence. [1913 Webster] Chloroform \Chlo"ro*form\, n. [Chlorine + formyl, it having been regarded as a trichloride of this radical: cf. F. chloroforme, G. chloroform.] (Chem.) 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 an[ae]sthesia in surgical operations; also externally, to alleviate pain. [1913 Webster]