chloroethane

[ klawr-oh-eth-eyn, klohr- ]

noun

1. ethyl chloride.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chloroethane¹

chloro- ² + ethane

Example Sentences

Chloroethane, commonly known as ethyl chloride, is a colorless, flammable gas or refrigerated liquid.

From Seattle Times

Danesh’s family said in a statement that he had taken chloroethane for chronic pain that he suffered from since a 2010 car crash in Spain that left him with a broken neck.

From Seattle Times

“The results of medical examinations have confirmed that Darius’s death was an accident caused by chloroethane, which is used to treat pain and that tragically led to respiratory arrest,” said the family.

From Seattle Times

Post-mortem examination documents obtained by the PA news agency listed "toxic effects of chloroethane" as well as "suffocation" as having contributed to his death.

From BBC

Scottish Pop Idol singer Darius Campbell Danesh died after inhaling chloroethane which led to respiratory arrest, a US medical examiner has confirmed.

From BBC