sevoflurane

English

/ˌsiː.vəˈflʊɹ.eɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • (organic compound) A sweet-smelling, non-flammable, highly fluorinated methyl isopropyl ether used for induction and maintenance of general general anesthesia.

Etymology

Affix from English seven + English fluoride + English propane.

Origin

English

propane

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